Dragon Boat Festival at Rocketts Landing
The Richmond International Dragon Boat Festival is a one-day regatta that brings together 1,000 recreational and elite dragon boat athletes and thousands of spectators. The event offers an exhilarating combination of racing in concert with an entertainment showcase for corporations, community organizations and families.
The world’s fastest growing water sport is also the most exciting. Twenty paddlers move in unison, combining strength with teamwork in a boat whose elaborate design originates in ancient China. Dragon boat racing is a sport for men and women of all ages and abilities; comprising of a maximum of 20 paddlers, with a steersperson (cox) and a drummer. Anyone can do it and have fun!
Admission is free for spectators. Races are held from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Saturday, July 31, 2010, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
5000 Old Osborne Turnpike
Richmond, VA 23231.
For more info visit www.gwndragonboat.com. Goochland Farmers Market
The Goochland Farmers Market is one of Central Virginia’s largest and most authentic farmers markets and was voted one of America’s top 20 farmers markets last year in American Farmland Trust’s “America’s Favorite Farmers Market Contest.”
The Market features high quality farm and artisan products, which are sustainably produced. Meet local farmers and artisans and learn about the value of rural character. Pastured poultry, beef, pork, fruits, vegetables, honey, herbs, cut flowers, baked goods, eggs, goat cheese, perennial and annual plants, hanging baskets, handmade clothing and fine arts and crafts are available.
Open Saturdays, May through Labor Day from 8am-12 pm. and Sept. 11 to October 30 from 9 am-12 pm. Live music starts around 9 am every week.
Saturday, July 31, 2010, 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
2955 River Road West
Goochland, VA 23063.
For more info visit www.goochlandmarket.org. Monument Market
Residents south of the James have the Farmer’s Market at Forest Hill Park. Shockoe Bottom has the 17th Street Market. And beginning May 1st, Boulevardizens will have the Monument Market!
Organized by First Baptist Church, Monument Market will be located at the corner of Monument and Robinson every Saturday from 8am to noon through October 2010.
The market will feature fresh, seasonal fruits and vegetables from local farmers and even include organically raised meats and eggs. Additional vendors will sell jewelry, bird houses, wooden bowls and more. With space for 30 vendors, this market will offer Boulevardizens a great place to shop locally for produce and more.
Saturday, July 31, 2010, 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Monument Ave. and Robinson St.
Richmond, VA.
South of the James Market at Forest Hill Park
Click on the web site to see the complete list of local farmers, artisans and businesses that sell their local, home-made, home-grown and hand-made products at our markets in Richmond, Virginia.
Saturday, July 31, 2010, 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
New Kent Ave. & 42nd St.
Richmond, VA.
For more info visit www.themarketumbrella.com. St. Stephen's Farmers' Market
Producers-only farmers market sponsored by St. Stephen's Episcopal Church, open Saturdays, 8 a.m.-noon, May through October.
Ample free parking.
Saturday, July 31, 2010, 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
6000 Grove Avenue
Richmond, VA.
For more info visit www.saintstephensrichmond.net. Saturday Growers’ Market at 17th Street Framers’ Market
Every Thursday April 24-December 4.
9am-3pm
Free.
An eclectic mix of fresh homegrown produce, flowers, plants, baked goods, handmade & homemade products, vintage antiques, collectibles, jewelry, fine crafts and specialty vendors with cultural items for sale. Free Parking. For more information call 804-646-0477 or visit web site.
Saturday, July 31, 2010, 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM.
1700 E. Main St.
Richmond, VA.
For more info visit www.17thstreetfarmersmarket.com. 21st Annual Big Brothers Big Sisters Duck Race
Free.
Duck drop at 3pm.
A premier family event with as many as 20,000 ducks racing down the canal competing for $30,000 in prizes! Pay for one duck or ten. As the waterway narrows, the ducks feed one by one across the finish line. The first ducks to pass through win prizes for you! First prize: 2010 Toyota Prius, courtesy of McGeorge Toyota.
It's a full day of all kinds of free children's activities, entertainment, an array of food vendors and of course, ducks! Enter your ducks into the race by calling Big Brothers Big Sisters at 804-261-4940, or visit their office at 5511 Staples Mill Road, Suite 200. Visit www.bigbrobigsis.com for duck sale events and festival specifics.
Saturday, July 31, 2010, 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM.
Brown's Island
700 Tredegar St.
Richmond, VA.
For more info visit www.bigbrobigsis.com. Capital Ale House Rogue Fest 2010
The Capital Ale House in Midlothian will feature over twenty of Rogue's finest craft brews on draught, beer tastings, beer flights, and growlers to take home your favorite Rogue brews. Door prizes given away every half hour for Rogue apparel and schwag plus 3000 Pacific Northwest Oysters will be flown in for the occasion!
The growlers will be from Rogue, but they are empty just waiting for you to choose your favorite Rogue brew on draught to take home!
There are so many to choose from!
Here are some of the beers that will be featured:
Double Mocha Porter
Somer
Captain Swigs
Double Dead Guy
XS Imperial Stout
Dead Guy
Brutal Bitter
Hazelnut Brown
Shakespeare Stout
Chocolate Stout
American Amber
XS Russian Imperial Stout
Chipotle
Morimoto Soba
XS Imperial Red Ale
Kell's Irish Lager
John John Juniper
John John Dead Guy
Mom's Beer.
Saturday, July 31, 2010, 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM.
13831 Village Place Drive
Midlothian, VA.
For more info visit www.capitalalehouse.com. River District Canal Cruises
June 2-August 29 (summer hours)
$5 adults, $4 seniors & children 5-12, age 4 and under free with adult.
Wednesday-Saturday Noon-7pm
Sunday Noon-5pm
Enjoy 40-minute historically narrated tours of the James River & Kanawha Canal along the historic Canal Walk in one of our covered boats, which accommodates up to 35 passengers and departs on the hour from the Turning Basin.
Richmond’s canals were first begun in 1789 after George Washington lobbied the General Assembly to proceed with his vision of a canal and turnpike system that would connect the harbors of the east to the trade and market opportunities in the west. For more information call 804-788-6466 or 804-649-2800 or visit web site.
Saturday, July 31, 2010, 12:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
Canal Turning Basin
Dock and 14th Streets
Richmond, VA.
For more info visit www.venturerichmond.com. Tubing on the James (Z Dam to the Wetlands)
Take a leisurely float through mostly open, calm waters and share the view-shed with osprey and herons while exploring hidden channels. Wear shoes and sunscreen. Lifejackets and tubes will be provided. Call 804-646-8911 to register. Sponsored by City of Richmond Parks & Recreation.
$5.
Saturday, July 31, 2010, 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
James River.
Stacyfest (godmother of RVA punk) Benefit Show featuring Mudd Helmut Reunion, Black Cash, The Velvet Nines at The Playing Field
$5 cover
21+
Stacyfest Benefit Show featuring Mudd Helmut Reunion, Black Cash, The Velvet Nines, Beex, Whitecross, Iggy Plop, plus more!!!
Stacy Prescott, godmother of RVA punk, has been diagnosed with a brain tumor and has been a staple of the Richmond scene for decades.
Starts 3pm. Must be over 21 after 7pm.
Saturday, July 31, 2010, 3:00 PM – Sunday, August 1, 2010, 12:30 AM.
7801 West Broad Street
Richmond, VA.
For more info visit www.richmondbilliards.com. Caribbean Beach Party at Lake Anna Winery
Held on the Grounds of Lake Anna Winery. Join Lake Anna, James River, Cooper and Grayhaven wineries for an evening of great wine, exceptional food and live Caribbean Jazz. Wear your favorite Hawaiian shirt and dance under the stars. Taste wines from all four wineries and kick back with a glass of your favorite. Check back for details and ticket info. (540) 895-5085.
Saturday, July 31, 2010, 5:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
5621 Courthouse Road
Spotsylvania, VA 22551-6100.
For more info visit www.lawinery.com. IHRA Thunder Jam at Virginia Motorsports Park
Affordable Family Fun and Action!
Xtreme Machine – 20,000 Horsepower Shooting 20 ft Flames!
Largest Jet Car Show In Virginia
Funny Car Legend Bunny Burkett and “the Boys”
DC Outlaws and the INSAE Burnout Contest
The World’s Only Wheelstanding Golf Cart
Spectator gates open at 4 PM. Pit Party Begins from 5:30 PM to 7 PM. Thunder Jam Show Begins at 7 PM
Adult tickets are $20 and kids 12 and under are FREE. Call (804) 862-3174 for details or go online to VirginiaMotorsports.com.
Saturday, July 31, 2010, 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
8018 Boydton Plank Rd
Petersburg, VA 23803.
For more info visit www.virginiamotorsportspk.com. "Gone to the Birds" Purple Martin Festival @ Farmers' Market
Flock to the Market to witness a very rare urban phenomenon as up to 10,000 Purple Martins roost at sunset!
A Purple Martini, anyone? Local participating restaurants will have drink & dinner specials, plus there will be purple ice cream and on-site information available about the birds that call Shockoe Bottom their home for one month each summer.
Saturday, July 31, 2010, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
17th St. & Main St.
Richmond, VA 23219.
For more info visit www.gonetothebirds.org. Flying Squirrels v. Altoona (Legends of Wrestling Night)
Tickets $5-10.
Call 804-359-3866.
It's Legends of Wrestling Night at The Diamond.There will be appearances from Hacksaw Jim Duggan and Jerry "The King" Lawler!
Saturday, July 31, 2010, 7:00 PM – 9:30 PM.
3001 N. Boulevard
Richmond, VA 23230.
For more info visit www.squirrelsbaseball.com. Richmond Kickers v. Harrisburg @ UR Stadium
Season Passes make great gifts and are available for purchase via RichmondKickers.com. Regular admission for the 2010 season is $12/adults, $7/youth, ages 3-17. Children under three are admitted free. Please call (804) 644-5425 x 301 with all ticket inquiries.
Saturday, July 31, 2010, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
3201 Maplewood Ave
Richmond, VA 23221.
For more info visit www.richmondkickers.com. Antero at The National
show time: 7:00 PM
doors open: 6:00PM
Tickets - $10 advance; $13 at the door.
Antero - http://www.myspace.com/anteromusic.
Saturday, July 31, 2010, 7:00 PM – 10:30 PM.
708 E. Broad St.
Richmond, VA 23219.
For more info visit www.thenationalva.com. Steve Byrne at Funny Bone
$10.
Steve Byrne - http://www.stevebyrnelive.com/2009
You've seen him on NBC's The Real Wedding Crashers and you've seen him all over CBS in the national promos for the NFL with Prince and Bill Cower. His standup has been featured on NBC's The Tonight Show, ABC's Jimmy Kimmel Live, CBS's The Late Late Show and BET's Comic View.
Steve has been a featured comic in The Just For Laughs Festival in Montreal, The HBO US Comedy Arts Festival in Las Vegas and The CanWest Comedy Fest in Vancouver. He has featured for Colin Quinn on a USO tour in Iraq as well as for Drew Carrey in Afghanistan.
Wednesday - 7:30 PM - $15.00
Thursday - 7:30 PM - $15.00
Friday - 7:30 PM & 10 PM - $17.00
Saturday - 7:30 PM & 10 PM - $17.00
Sunday - 7:00 PM - $15.
Saturday, July 31, 2010, 7:30 PM – 9:00 PM.
11800 W. Broad Street, Suite 1090
Richmond, VA 23233.
For more info visit www.symfonee.com. Sick Puppies at Canal Club
7:00 doors
$18.00/$20.00
Sick Puppies - http://sickpuppies.net/main.aspx
Sick Puppies rose to prominence in 2006 when their song "All the Same" was uploaded along with a video to YouTube. The video supported the Free Hugs Campaign which was launched in Sydney, and has since received over 59 million views on the website. This success followed up with Dressed Up as Life in 2007, which entered the Billboard 200 at number 181. Their third studio album is titled Tri-Polar.
Saturday, July 31, 2010, 7:30 PM – 11:30 PM.
1545 E. Cary St.
Richmond, VA 23219.
For more info visit www.thecanalclub.com. "Company Of Angels" at Richmond Triangle Theatre
July 29, 30, 31 August 5, 6, 7 at 8:00 p.m.
Sunday August 1 at 2:00 p.m.
Ticket Information - Online or call (804) 346-8113
Company of Angels is the story of Toby, an unemployed actor who is on the verge of a nervous breakdown from a life tragedy. Upon opening, we find her traveling across the big city to a community center where she has agreed to teach an acting class. In her self blame, hopelessness and grief, life has become an exhausted journey of questions and endless searching; wondering if there is something more. In the opening number, she innocently asks for something she does not even believe in, an angel…or two. Unbeknownst to her she gets ten, angels that is, all eagerly willing to assist her in her breakdown or “the big one” as they refer to it.
The company sings fifteen musical numbers to include solos and ensemble songs. The score is written in a contemporary style to include ballads, gospel style songs, and hard-driving musical numbers which keep the audience entertained throughout the…
Saturday, July 31, 2010, 8:00 PM – 10:30 PM.
1300 Altamont Avenue
Richmond VA.
For more info visit www.richmondtriangleplayers.com. Jonathan Larson’s "Rent" at Firehouse Theatre
Show runs from June 24-Aug. 1.
Thursdays-Saturdays at 8 p.m.
“Pay-what-you-will” matinees at 4 p.m. on Sundays. Sunday, July 4, matinee will benefit the Fan Free Clinic and be followed with a special talk-back event including the director and cast.
Rent is a rock opera with music and lyrics by Jonathan Larson based on Giacomo Puccini’s opera La bohème. It tells a story of a group of impoverished young artists and musicians struggling to survive and create in New York’s Lower East Side in the thriving days of Bohemian Alphabet City, under the shadow of HIV/AIDS.
On Broadway, Rent gained critical acclaim and won a Tony Award for Best Musical among other awards. The musical is largely responsible for helping to increase the popularity of musical theater amongst the younger generation. The Broadway production closed in September 2008 after a 12-year run and 5,124 performances, making it the eighth-longest-running Broadway show by that time, nine years behind The Phantom of the Opera as of December 2009…
Saturday, July 31, 2010, 8:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
1609 West Broad Street
Richmond, Virginia 23220.
For more info visit www.firehousetheatre.org. Richmond Shakespeare Festival: "Antony & Cleopatra" at Agecroft Hall
All performances begin at 8:00pm. Festival Performances take place in the courtyard at 500 year-old Agecroft Hall. Bring a picnic! In June & July, the gates open at 7:00pm, and the Festival Young Company entertains on the grounds.
Agecroft info - http://www.agecrofthall.com
Antony & Cleopatra, by William Shakespeare - July 8 -August 1, 2010
All audiences: some scenes of violence, treachery and murder--and a few bawdy jokes.
Mark Antony, one of the Triumviri of Rome along with Octavius Caesar and Aemilius Lepidus, has neglected his soldierly duties after being beguiled by Egypt's Queen, Cleopatra. He ignores Rome's domestic problems, including the fact that his wife, Fulvia, rebelled against Octavius, and then died.
Octavius calls Antony back to Rome from Alexandria in order to help him fight against Pompey (Sextus Pompeius), Menacretes, and Menas, three notorious pirates. Cleopatra begs Antony not to go, and though he repeatedly affirms his love for her, he eventually leaves.
Back in Rome, O…
Saturday, July 31, 2010, 8:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
4305 Sulgrave Rd.
Richmond, VA 23221.
For more info visit www.richmondshakespeare.com. Slam Richmond @ artspace
Doors open 8pm
Free Admission.
Open mic, guest features, poetry slams for national competition, and competition for youth team (Slam Dominion) to compete at "Brave New Voices." Spoken Word show and Reading Series. Workshops for writing and performance poetry 5pm-7pm. Watch live web streaming of all poetry workshops and events at http://www.slamrichmond.tv
5 to 7 pm - Writing workshop
7 to 7:30 pm - Live interview of feature poet
7:30 to 8:30 pm - Youth Slam
8:30 to 9 pm - Open mic
9 to 9:30 pm - Feature poet
9:30 pm til - Open mic/adult slam (alternating between the two every other Saturday)
Watch live web streaming of all poetry workshops and events online.
Saturday, July 31, 2010, 8:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Plant Zero
2 E. 4th St.
Richmond, VA 23224.
For more info visit www.slamrichmond.tv. Page Wilson at Shenanigan's
Page Wilson - http://www.pagewilson.com.
Saturday, July 31, 2010, 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
Shenanigan's
4017 MacArthur Ave.
For more info visit www.greenpub.com. Red Hot Lava Men, The Green Hearts, The I-Las at Plaza Bowl
Red Hot Lava Men - http://www.reverbcentral.com/reviews/r/red3277.html
Surf
with
The Green Hearts
The I-Las - http://www.myspace.com/theilas
Garage / Punk / Rock
Come hear surf legends the Red Hot Lava Men, witness the exciting debut of rock and roll superheroes The Green Hearts, and bask in the glory of the final show of teen sensations, The I-Las.
$5 cover. Kids under 13 are free. Come early, stay late, and eat lots of fries.
Saturday, July 31, 2010, 8:00 PM – 11:30 PM.
521 E. Southside Plaza
Richmond, VA.
For more info visit www.myspace.com. The Lourds of the Ring / Fat Benatar at Gallery 5
$5.
Fat Benatar is back! Richmond's phat tribute to Pat Benatar. Joined by the JRR Tolken Nerds the Lourds of the Ring!
Can Middle-Earth and Rock & Roll be saved in one evening? Come and find out for yourselves as reclusive, lof-fi, concept rock masters, The Lourds of the Ring, unite in a Rock Fellowship with Richmond's sloppiest, loudest, and most beloved tribute band (you know... the one that has retired more times than The Eagles and Brett Favre combined), Fat Benatar, in a glorious attempt to achieve this impossible dream. Join the Fellowship today!
Saturday, July 31, 2010, 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
200 W. Marshall St.
Richmond, VA 23220.
For more info visit gallery5arts.org. “Pippin” – Musical at Dogwood Dell
Free.
“Pippin” – Musical – 8:30 pm.
Contact: 804-646-DELL.
Saturday, July 31, 2010, 8:30 PM – 10:30 PM.
Dogwood Dell Amphitheater
Blanton Ave & Garrett St.
Richmond, VA 23221.
For more info visit www.richmondgov.com. Mountain Heart at Capital Ale House
$15/$18.
Mountain Heart - http://www.mountainheart.com
Mountain Heart is the band that has been fearlessly revolutionizing the way acoustic music can be presented and played. The band's name has been synonymous with cutting-edge excellence in acoustic music circles since the group's creation in 1999.
Widely known throughout the music industry for continually redefining the cutting edge, the band has gained legions of fans both as a result of their superlative musicianship, and more notably, their incomparably exciting live performances. As one of the most highly awarded ensembles ever assembled, Mountain Heart, or members of the band, have either won or been nominated for multiple Grammys, ACM, CMA, and IBMA Awards.
Saturday, July 31, 2010, 9:00 PM – Sunday, August 1, 2010, 12:30 AM.
623 E. Main St.
Richmond, VA.
For more info visit www.capitalalehouse.com. Steve Byrne at Funny Bone
$10.
Steve Byrne - http://www.stevebyrnelive.com/2009
You've seen him on NBC's The Real Wedding Crashers and you've seen him all over CBS in the national promos for the NFL with Prince and Bill Cower. His standup has been featured on NBC's The Tonight Show, ABC's Jimmy Kimmel Live, CBS's The Late Late Show and BET's Comic View.
Steve has been a featured comic in The Just For Laughs Festival in Montreal, The HBO US Comedy Arts Festival in Las Vegas and The CanWest Comedy Fest in Vancouver. He has featured for Colin Quinn on a USO tour in Iraq as well as for Drew Carrey in Afghanistan.
Wednesday - 7:30 PM - $15.00
Thursday - 7:30 PM - $15.00
Friday - 7:30 PM & 10 PM - $17.00
Saturday - 7:30 PM & 10 PM - $17.00
Sunday - 7:00 PM - $15.
Saturday, July 31, 2010, 10:00 PM – 11:30 PM.
11800 W. Broad Street, Suite 1090
Richmond, VA 23233.
For more info visit www.symfonee.com. Moossa at Bogart's
$5.
Moossa - http://www.moossa.com/
Funk/Reggae/Jam Band.
Saturday, July 31, 2010, 10:00 PM – Sunday, August 1, 2010, 1:00 AM.
1903 W. Cary St.
Richmond, VA 23220.
For more info visit www.bogartsinthefan.com. Sunday Vintage Market at 17th Street Framers’ Market
Every Thursday April 25-December 5.
9am-3pm
Free.
It’s not old, it’s retro! Sundays bring out the best mix of vendors in Shockoe Bottom: antiques, collectibles, jewelry and the finest arts & crafts made by local Richmonders. Free Parking. For more information call 804-646-0477 or visit web site.
Sunday, August 1, 2010, 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM.
1700 E. Main St.
Richmond, VA.
For more info visit www.17thstreetfarmersmarket.com. River District Canal Cruises
June 2-August 29 (summer hours)
$5 adults, $4 seniors & children 5-12, age 4 and under free with adult.
Wednesday-Saturday Noon-7pm
Sunday Noon-5pm
Enjoy 40-minute historically narrated tours of the James River & Kanawha Canal along the historic Canal Walk in one of our covered boats, which accommodates up to 35 passengers and departs on the hour from the Turning Basin.
Richmond’s canals were first begun in 1789 after George Washington lobbied the General Assembly to proceed with his vision of a canal and turnpike system that would connect the harbors of the east to the trade and market opportunities in the west. For more information call 804-788-6466 or 804-649-2800 or visit web site.
Sunday, August 1, 2010, 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Canal Turning Basin
Dock and 14th Streets
Richmond, VA.
For more info visit www.venturerichmond.com. "Company Of Angels" at Richmond Triangle Theatre
July 29, 30, 31 August 5, 6, 7 at 8:00 p.m.
Sunday August 1 at 2:00 p.m.
Ticket Information - Online or call (804) 346-8113
Company of Angels is the story of Toby, an unemployed actor who is on the verge of a nervous breakdown from a life tragedy. Upon opening, we find her traveling across the big city to a community center where she has agreed to teach an acting class. In her self blame, hopelessness and grief, life has become an exhausted journey of questions and endless searching; wondering if there is something more. In the opening number, she innocently asks for something she does not even believe in, an angel…or two. Unbeknownst to her she gets ten, angels that is, all eagerly willing to assist her in her breakdown or “the big one” as they refer to it.
The company sings fifteen musical numbers to include solos and ensemble songs. The score is written in a contemporary style to include ballads, gospel style songs, and hard-driving musical numbers which keep the audience entertained throughout the…
Sunday, August 1, 2010, 2:00 PM – 4:30 PM.
1300 Altamont Avenue
Richmond VA.
For more info visit www.richmondtriangleplayers.com. Larry Robinson Carillon Concert Series at Dogwood Dell
Free.
Ed Nassor.
Sunday, August 1, 2010, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Dogwood Dell Amphitheater
Blanton Ave & Garrett St.
Richmond, VA 23221.
For more info visit www.richmondgov.com. Patrick Henry Reenactment @ St. John's Church
The Patrick Henry Committee invites you to bring your friends and family to a reenactment of the Second Virginia Convention of March 1775. In the presence of Washington, Jefferson, and other notable Virginians, Patrick Henry delivered his passionate call for liberty, uttering the immortal words, “Give me liberty or give me death!” Free and open to the public. Please call 804-648-5015 for more information.
1:00 pm - Free tickets are distributed at the front door.
1:30 pm - Patriotic music program on the 1905 Stein organ.
2:00 pm - Reenactment program begins.
Sunday, August 1, 2010, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
2401 E. Broad St.
Richmond, VA 23223.
For more info visit www.historicstjohnschurch.org. Carytown & Byrd Theatre Walking Tour
Learn about Carytown’s fascinating history as a buffalo trail, a streetcar suburb and the Georgetown of Richmond. Includes Cary Court Shopping Center, restored to its 1930’s art deco splendor, and a “behind the scenes” tour of the Byrd Theatre (1928), one of the few active movie palaces in the country. Meet at Nacho Mama's, 3449 W. Cary Street.
Sunday, August 1, 2010, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
3449 W. Cary Street
Richmond, VA.
For more info visit www.richmondhistorycenter.com. Jonathan Larson’s "Rent" at Firehouse Theatre
Show runs from June 24-Aug. 1.
Thursdays-Saturdays at 8 p.m.
“Pay-what-you-will” matinees at 4 p.m. on Sundays. Sunday, July 4, matinee will benefit the Fan Free Clinic and be followed with a special talk-back event including the director and cast.
Rent is a rock opera with music and lyrics by Jonathan Larson based on Giacomo Puccini’s opera La bohème. It tells a story of a group of impoverished young artists and musicians struggling to survive and create in New York’s Lower East Side in the thriving days of Bohemian Alphabet City, under the shadow of HIV/AIDS.
On Broadway, Rent gained critical acclaim and won a Tony Award for Best Musical among other awards. The musical is largely responsible for helping to increase the popularity of musical theater amongst the younger generation. The Broadway production closed in September 2008 after a 12-year run and 5,124 performances, making it the eighth-longest-running Broadway show by that time, nine years behind The Phantom of the Opera as of December 2009…
Sunday, August 1, 2010, 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
1609 West Broad Street
Richmond, Virginia 23220.
For more info visit www.firehousetheatre.org. Flying Squirrels v. Altoona (Wooden Bat Giveaway)
Tickets $5-10.
Call 804-359-3866.
The first 2,000 fans 14 and Under will receive a Wooden Bat presented by Better Floors and Richmond Family Magazine! It's Sunday so all Squirrel Tails Kids Club members get in free!
Sunday, August 1, 2010, 5:00 PM – 7:30 PM.
3001 N. Boulevard
Richmond, VA 23230.
For more info visit www.squirrelsbaseball.com. Steve Byrne at Funny Bone
$10.
Steve Byrne - http://www.stevebyrnelive.com/2009
You've seen him on NBC's The Real Wedding Crashers and you've seen him all over CBS in the national promos for the NFL with Prince and Bill Cower. His standup has been featured on NBC's The Tonight Show, ABC's Jimmy Kimmel Live, CBS's The Late Late Show and BET's Comic View.
Steve has been a featured comic in The Just For Laughs Festival in Montreal, The HBO US Comedy Arts Festival in Las Vegas and The CanWest Comedy Fest in Vancouver. He has featured for Colin Quinn on a USO tour in Iraq as well as for Drew Carrey in Afghanistan.
Wednesday - 7:30 PM - $15.00
Thursday - 7:30 PM - $15.00
Friday - 7:30 PM & 10 PM - $17.00
Saturday - 7:30 PM & 10 PM - $17.00
Sunday - 7:00 PM - $15.
Sunday, August 1, 2010, 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM.
11800 W. Broad Street, Suite 1090
Richmond, VA 23233.
For more info visit www.symfonee.com. John Moossa Presents "The Acoustic Revue" at Bogart's
John Moossa Presents "The Acoustic Revue"
FREE OF CHARGE, featuring some of the best musicians in the area sitting in with John Moossa. Members will include those in the John Moossa Band as well as some other local musicians. There will be a specially priced menu for you to enjoy. This all starts at 7pm and will be happening on the first Sunday of every month.
Moossa - http://www.moossa.com.
Sunday, August 1, 2010, 7:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
1903 W. Cary St.
Richmond, VA 23220.
For more info visit www.bogartsinthefan.com. Ring Dog Rescue Concert at Cary St. Cafe
RINGDOG RESCUE-SAVE THE PUPPIES OF RICHMOND
RingDog Rescue is a non-profit, Richmond based organization dedicated to saving bully breeds and placing them in loving forever homes. Since they have no facilities and work with limited funds, they volunteer their time and homes to rehabilitating these poor animals.
We will be getting Tall and Mean early with the FORMER CHAMPIONS, then rocking out with BROWN SABBATH, and topping off the evening with THE SPACEHEATERS!! Come help us support this amazing organization, while listening to some of Richmond's best local music!! If we save just one dog, this benefit will be worth it!
A $5 donation at the door is greatly appreciated, and feel free to donate anything from crates, towels and sheets to food and treats to just giving them your money!!
Sunday, August 1, 2010, 7:00 PM – Monday, August 2, 2010, 12:00 AM.
2631 W. Cary Street
Richmond, VA.
For more info visit www.carystreetcafe.com. Richmond Shakespeare Festival: "Antony & Cleopatra" at Agecroft Hall
All performances begin at 8:00pm. Festival Performances take place in the courtyard at 500 year-old Agecroft Hall. Bring a picnic! In June & July, the gates open at 7:00pm, and the Festival Young Company entertains on the grounds.
Agecroft info - http://www.agecrofthall.com
Antony & Cleopatra, by William Shakespeare - July 8 -August 1, 2010
All audiences: some scenes of violence, treachery and murder--and a few bawdy jokes.
Mark Antony, one of the Triumviri of Rome along with Octavius Caesar and Aemilius Lepidus, has neglected his soldierly duties after being beguiled by Egypt's Queen, Cleopatra. He ignores Rome's domestic problems, including the fact that his wife, Fulvia, rebelled against Octavius, and then died.
Octavius calls Antony back to Rome from Alexandria in order to help him fight against Pompey (Sextus Pompeius), Menacretes, and Menas, three notorious pirates. Cleopatra begs Antony not to go, and though he repeatedly affirms his love for her, he eventually leaves.
Back in Rome, O…
Sunday, August 1, 2010, 8:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
4305 Sulgrave Rd.
Richmond, VA 23221.
For more info visit www.richmondshakespeare.com. “Pippin” – Musical at Dogwood Dell
Free.
“Pippin” – Musical – 8:30 pm.
Contact: 804-646-DELL.
Sunday, August 1, 2010, 8:30 PM – 10:30 PM.
Dogwood Dell Amphitheater
Blanton Ave & Garrett St.
Richmond, VA 23221.
For more info visit www.richmondgov.com. Dave Brockie Experience / Point Blank at Bandito's
DAVE BROCKIE EXPERIENCE - http://www.myspace.com/davebrockieexperience
FREE.
21+.
Sunday, August 1, 2010, 9:00 PM – Monday, August 2, 2010, 1:00 AM.
2905 Patterson Ave
Richmond, VA.
Jim Breuer at Funny Bone
$22.
Jim Breuer - http://www.jimbreuer.com
Jim Breuer, born on June 21, 1967 in Valley Stream, Long Island, has established himself as one of the most outrageous comedians in the U.S. through his incredible stand-up performances, charismatic stage antics and impressions, various television appearances, movie roles and his Sirius Satellite Radio show.
In 1995, Jim joined NBC’s “Saturday Night Live,” becoming best known for his original character “Goat Boy” and his impression of actor Joe Pesci, resulting in the recurring “Joe Pesci Show” sketch. In 1998, after a four-year stint on “SNL,” Jim starred in the movie “Half Baked,” alongside of comedian Dave Chappelle. That summer, MTV also invited the comedian to be a host on the popular show “MTV’s Beach House.”
Additional appearances include numerous stints on NBC’s “Late Night with Conan O’Brien,” as well as roles in several movies, such as “Dick” (1999) and “Once in the Life” (2000), and in 2006, he made a cameo appearance in Artie Lange’s movie “Be…
Monday, August 2, 2010, 8:00 PM – 9:30 PM.
11800 W. Broad Street, Suite 1090
Richmond, VA 23233.
For more info visit www.symfonee.com. Live Comedy at Cafe Diem
Free comedy that can sometimes be pretty damn entertaining. And $2 Tecates (while they last) to boot.
Held bi-weekly at Cafe Diem and Bottoms Up.
Monday, August 2, 2010, 9:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
600 N. Sheppard St.
Richmond, VA.
Jason Scott Jazz at The Camel
$5.
Jason Scott Jazz - http://www.myspace.com/jasonscott
A recent student at The New School for Jazz and Contemporary Music, Jason Scott is an aspiring vocalist/pianist of many different genres. From Mozart's operas to Jason Robert Brown's musicals and nearly everything in between, he has insured the incorporation of eclecticism in his music. However, the true core of his music lies in great jazz artists that have preceded him.
Monday, August 2, 2010, 9:00 PM – Tuesday, August 3, 2010, 12:00 AM.
1621 W. Broad St.
Richmond, VA 23220.
For more info visit thecamel.org. Red Satellites / Left Outlet at The Camel
$5.
Red Satellites - http://www.myspace.com/redsatellitesband
“By taking a vintage sound and successfully making it their own, they create a brand of music that so many musicians overwork themselves to achieve -- Red Satellites just seems to inherit it.” -Magazine 33
Left Outlet - http://www.myspace.com/leftoutlet
" Left Outlet ply noisy, hip-shaking post-punk whose ringing guitar distortion brushes against bluesy grooves. It's simultaneously foot-tapping and odd." - Independent Weekly
Tungs.
Tuesday, August 3, 2010, 7:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
1621 W. Broad St.
Richmond, VA 23220.
For more info visit thecamel.org. Clash of the Comics at Funny Bone
$10.
June 1
July 6
August 3
This is a two-part show with something for everyone…
First… Comics compete for laughs to see who could be the next "big thing" and who should keep their day gig…
Second… Headlining comedians crank it up a notch showcasing their talents for our general manager.
Come out to the show, warm up your face muscles, and prepare your tear ducts for an evening of hilarity.
Tuesday, August 3, 2010, 7:30 PM – 9:00 PM.
11800 W. Broad Street, Suite 1090
Richmond, VA 23233.
For more info visit www.symfonee.com. Jim Breuer at Funny Bone
$22.
Jim Breuer - http://www.jimbreuer.com
Jim Breuer, born on June 21, 1967 in Valley Stream, Long Island, has established himself as one of the most outrageous comedians in the U.S. through his incredible stand-up performances, charismatic stage antics and impressions, various television appearances, movie roles and his Sirius Satellite Radio show.
In 1995, Jim joined NBC’s “Saturday Night Live,” becoming best known for his original character “Goat Boy” and his impression of actor Joe Pesci, resulting in the recurring “Joe Pesci Show” sketch. In 1998, after a four-year stint on “SNL,” Jim starred in the movie “Half Baked,” alongside of comedian Dave Chappelle. That summer, MTV also invited the comedian to be a host on the popular show “MTV’s Beach House.”
Additional appearances include numerous stints on NBC’s “Late Night with Conan O’Brien,” as well as roles in several movies, such as “Dick” (1999) and “Once in the Life” (2000), and in 2006, he made a cameo appearance in Artie Lange’s movie “Be…
Tuesday, August 3, 2010, 8:00 PM – 9:30 PM.
11800 W. Broad Street, Suite 1090
Richmond, VA 23233.
For more info visit www.symfonee.com. 28 North / The J.O.B. (The Jim O'Ferrell Band) at Bogart's
$5.
A one-of-a-kind Tuesday night in the city! On tour from Pittsburgh, the band '28 North' is playing with The Jim O'Ferrell Band at this hallmark Richmond venue.
28 North - http://www.28north.net
The J.O.B. - http://www.myspace.com/jimoferrell.
Tuesday, August 3, 2010, 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
1903 W. Cary St.
Richmond, VA 23220.
For more info visit www.bogartsinthefan.com. DJ Williams Projekt @ Cafe Diem
When you combine a tight groovin' rhythm section, sweet horn lines, and an amazing guitar player player who plays with honest to God soul, you've got yourself a solid winner when it comes to entertaining a crowd.
Complex or simple, Williams's lines become funk chops, picking up speed one minute and slamming a 180 on a dime the next with the "Projekt" backing it up all along and enhancing the ride. The band describes it as "a soulful ensemble of jazz, on a melodic R&B vibe, laced with a grooved down hip hop back beat.".
Tuesday, August 3, 2010, 9:30 PM – Wednesday, August 4, 2010, 12:00 AM.
Cafe Diem
600 N. Sheppard St.
Museum District.
For more info visit profile.myspace.com. River District Canal Cruises
June 2-August 29 (summer hours)
$5 adults, $4 seniors & children 5-12, age 4 and under free with adult.
Wednesday-Saturday Noon-7pm
Sunday Noon-5pm
Enjoy 40-minute historically narrated tours of the James River & Kanawha Canal along the historic Canal Walk in one of our covered boats, which accommodates up to 35 passengers and departs on the hour from the Turning Basin.
Richmond’s canals were first begun in 1789 after George Washington lobbied the General Assembly to proceed with his vision of a canal and turnpike system that would connect the harbors of the east to the trade and market opportunities in the west. For more information call 804-788-6466 or 804-649-2800 or visit web site.
Wednesday, August 4, 2010, 12:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
Canal Turning Basin
Dock and 14th Streets
Richmond, VA.
For more info visit www.venturerichmond.com. Richmond SPCA Supper Club Dinner at Pescados (Midlothian)
Enjoy Caribbean/Latin seafood cuisine with your friends in a fun, vibrant atmosphere! Pescados has been generous to partner with Richmond SPCA and donate 15% of the proceeds earned that night to save homeless animals. Bring your friends and family!
For more information, please call Amanda Macdonald at 804-521-1321 or email amacdonald@richmondspca.org.
Wednesday, August 4, 2010, 5:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
13126 Midlothian Turnpike
Midlothian, VA.
Gov't Mule @ Innsbrook After Hours
Gates open: 5:30pm - Opener (Green): Approx. 6:30pm
Headliner (Mule): Approx. 7:30pm
General Admission Advance: $16.50; Gate: $20
Gold Circle (Advance Only): $35
Gov't Mule - http://www.mule.net
with guest Jackie Green.
Wednesday, August 4, 2010, 6:00 PM – 9:30 PM.
4901 Lakebrook Drive
Glen Allen, Virginia 23060.
For more info visit www.innsbrookafterhours.com. Gary Menke at Funny Bone
$10.
Gary Menke was the host of the Cincinnati Comedy Festival 2008. He has also been on "XM" and "Nash Bridges.".
Wednesday, August 4, 2010, 7:30 PM – 9:00 PM.
11800 W. Broad Street, Suite 1090
Richmond, VA 23233.
For more info visit www.symfonee.com. Tribal Seeds / Three Legged Fox at Canal Club
7:00 doors
$20.00/$25.00
Tribal Seeds - http://www.myspace.com/tribalseeds
With heavy influence from Bob Marley, Steel Pulse, and Midnite, Tribal Seeds brings a refreshing rock vibe to the roots style, reggae music. Spiritually driven and musically talented, Tribal Seeds have created an art form for rebel music enthusiasts! They bring an authentic sound that reaches a broad demographic and an energy that gets crowds moving to their infectious rhythms.
with
Three Legged Fox - http://www.myspace.com/threeleggedfox
Lionize - http://www.myspace.com/lionize.
Wednesday, August 4, 2010, 7:30 PM – Thursday, August 5, 2010, 12:00 AM.
1545 E. Cary St.
Richmond, VA 23219.
For more info visit www.thecanalclub.com. Y Richmond showcase featuring the Silversmiths and Gills and Wings at The Camel
$5.
The Silversmiths - http://www.myspace.com/papertigersunite
Gills and Wings - http://www.myspace.com/gillsandwings.
Wednesday, August 4, 2010, 8:00 PM – Thursday, August 5, 2010, 12:00 AM.
1621 W. Broad St.
Richmond, VA 23220.
For more info visit thecamel.org. Beast Wellington @ Bogart's
Beast - http://www.beastwellington.com/.
Wednesday, August 4, 2010, 9:30 PM – Thursday, August 5, 2010, 12:00 AM.
1903 W. Cary St.
Richmond, VA 23220.
For more info visit www.bogartsinthefan.com. Ted Dalton Band at Emilio's
Ted Dalton - http://teddaltonband.com
It has a touch of the Bluegrass style but is done with fiery-cranked-up electric guitars, harmonica, thumping-solid-driving electric bass and colossal sounding drums! You can’t help but to get up and dance to the unique sound. An A & R rep may call it Country-Rock.
Wednesday, August 4, 2010, 10:00 PM – Thursday, August 5, 2010, 2:00 AM.
1847 W. Broad St.
Richmond, VA.
For more info visit www.myspace.com. Thursday Growers’ Market at 17th Street Framers’ Market
Every Thursday April 29-October 28.
8:30am-3pm
Free.
What’s better than fresh produce? Locally-grown fresh produce! The market features locally grown and organically grown produce, flowers, plants, meats, eggs, cheeses, baked goods, breads, jams, honey, peanuts, fine crafts, jewelry, ceramics, handbags, handmade & hand-knit clothing, herbal body products, soaps and more! Free Parking. For more information call 804-646-0477 or visit web site.
Thursday, August 5, 2010, 8:30 AM – 3:00 PM.
1700 E. Main St.
Richmond, VA.
For more info visit www.17thstreetfarmersmarket.com. River District Canal Cruises
June 2-August 29 (summer hours)
$5 adults, $4 seniors & children 5-12, age 4 and under free with adult.
Wednesday-Saturday Noon-7pm
Sunday Noon-5pm
Enjoy 40-minute historically narrated tours of the James River & Kanawha Canal along the historic Canal Walk in one of our covered boats, which accommodates up to 35 passengers and departs on the hour from the Turning Basin.
Richmond’s canals were first begun in 1789 after George Washington lobbied the General Assembly to proceed with his vision of a canal and turnpike system that would connect the harbors of the east to the trade and market opportunities in the west. For more information call 804-788-6466 or 804-649-2800 or visit web site.
Thursday, August 5, 2010, 12:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
Canal Turning Basin
Dock and 14th Streets
Richmond, VA.
For more info visit www.venturerichmond.com. Author Adam Elenbaas reads and signs "Fisher's Of Men" at Chop Suey Books
Author Adam Elenbaas will discuss and sign copies of his new book of non-fiction, Fisher's Of Men.
http://search.barnesandnoble.com/Fishers-of-Men/Adam-Elenbaas/e/9781585427918
This harrowing, poignant, and deeply memorable true story of a minister's son escaping his anguished youth in the American heartland, to gain spiritual awareness through the uses of mind-expanding native plants and shamanic rituals in South America, is the most evocative tale of psychedelic experience since Jeremy Narby, Terence McKenna, and Daniel Pinchbeck.
Thursday, August 5, 2010, 4:30 PM – 5:30 PM.
2913 W. Cary St.
Richmond, VA.
For more info visit www.chopsueybooks.com. Short Pump Town Center’s Summer Concert Series
Every Thursday evening (weather permitting) through Thursday, August 26. Families are invited to enjoy FREE live music performed by local bands, great food, prizes and of course, fabulous shopping!
Concerts begin at 6:00 PM and run until 8:00 PM in the Main Plaza.
Dining options that include over seven Food Court eateries, Baker’s Crust Café California Pizza Kitchen, The Cheesecake Factory, Copper Grill Lobster and Steak House, Firebirds Wood Fired Grill, Maggiano’s Little Italy, Tara Thai and newly opened Lehja, India Delicious!
Schedule:
June 3 - Kings of Swing
June 10 - Susan Greenbaum
June 17 - The Joker’s Wild
June 24 - Cyrus McCormick & The Reapers
July 1 - 80z Enuff
July 8 - Cedar Creek
July 15 - Ron Moody & The Centaurs
July 22 - The English Channel
July 29 - Julius Pittman Revival
August 5 - Marna & Macy
August 12 - Souler Coaster
August 19 - NRG Krysys
August 26 - Kings of Swing.
Thursday, August 5, 2010, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
11800 West Broad Street
Richmond, VA 23233.
For more info visit www.shortpumpmall.com. Awakening the Bauhaus: Innovation through the Integration of Art, Craft, and Technology at Virginia Center for Architecture
Join Tektonics, a firm featured in Off the Wall: Intersections Between Art + Architecture, for a discussion on projects reflecting the collaboration between artists, designers, and craftsmen. Learn more about the integration of fabrication and design, and the blurred lines between art and architecture.
The exhibition galleries will be open for a viewing of Off the Wall: Intersections Between Art + Architecture prior to the lecture. $5; free for members. Space is limited and registration is required. Register online here or call (804) 644-3041, ext. 100.
Thursday, August 5, 2010, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
2501 Monument Ave.
Richmond, VA 23220.
For more info visit www.virginiaarchitecture.org. Moruza / Lydia Ooghe (Lux Vacancy) / Liza Kate at The Camel
$5.
Moruza - http://www.myspace.com/moruzamusic
Treat yourself to discovering that Moruza is a tad, er, moruza: indie-jazz-influenced-singer-songwriter-lieder-based-piano-pop. In short, music your ears can love.
Lydia Ooghe - http://www.myspace.com/lydiaooghe
Liza Kate - http://lizakate.com.
Thursday, August 5, 2010, 7:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
1621 W. Broad St.
Richmond, VA 23220.
For more info visit thecamel.org. Gary Menke at Funny Bone
$10.
Gary Menke was the host of the Cincinnati Comedy Festival 2008. He has also been on "XM" and "Nash Bridges.".
Thursday, August 5, 2010, 7:30 PM – 9:00 PM.
11800 W. Broad Street, Suite 1090
Richmond, VA 23233.
For more info visit www.symfonee.com. "Company Of Angels" at Richmond Triangle Theatre
July 29, 30, 31 August 5, 6, 7 at 8:00 p.m.
Sunday August 1 at 2:00 p.m.
Ticket Information - Online or call (804) 346-8113
Company of Angels is the story of Toby, an unemployed actor who is on the verge of a nervous breakdown from a life tragedy. Upon opening, we find her traveling across the big city to a community center where she has agreed to teach an acting class. In her self blame, hopelessness and grief, life has become an exhausted journey of questions and endless searching; wondering if there is something more. In the opening number, she innocently asks for something she does not even believe in, an angel…or two. Unbeknownst to her she gets ten, angels that is, all eagerly willing to assist her in her breakdown or “the big one” as they refer to it.
The company sings fifteen musical numbers to include solos and ensemble songs. The score is written in a contemporary style to include ballads, gospel style songs, and hard-driving musical numbers which keep the audience entertained throughout the…
Thursday, August 5, 2010, 8:00 PM – 10:30 PM.
1300 Altamont Avenue
Richmond VA.
For more info visit www.richmondtriangleplayers.com. Apollo Night Showcase at Funny Bone
Apollo Night at the Funny Bone! Featuring Comics from HBO's Def Comedy Jam, BET's Comic View, Comedy Central, and much more.
$12.
Thursday, August 5, 2010, 10:00 PM – 11:30 PM.
11800 W. Broad Street, Suite 1090
Richmond, VA 23233.
For more info visit www.symfonee.com. River District Canal Cruises
June 2-August 29 (summer hours)
$5 adults, $4 seniors & children 5-12, age 4 and under free with adult.
Wednesday-Saturday Noon-7pm
Sunday Noon-5pm
Enjoy 40-minute historically narrated tours of the James River & Kanawha Canal along the historic Canal Walk in one of our covered boats, which accommodates up to 35 passengers and departs on the hour from the Turning Basin.
Richmond’s canals were first begun in 1789 after George Washington lobbied the General Assembly to proceed with his vision of a canal and turnpike system that would connect the harbors of the east to the trade and market opportunities in the west. For more information call 804-788-6466 or 804-649-2800 or visit web site.
Friday, August 6, 2010, 12:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
Canal Turning Basin
Dock and 14th Streets
Richmond, VA.
For more info visit www.venturerichmond.com. Friday Red, White, & Brew Market at 17th Street Farmers’ Market
(June-August)
Free admission.
Sophisticate your palette Friday evenings on the Market, Memorial Day through Labor Day, as the Virginia Wine Growers’ Association pairs regionally-produced wines & micro-brews from the Old Dominion with the best edible fare in Richmond! FREE PARKING.
For more information call 804-646-0477 or visit us online.
Friday, August 6, 2010, 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
1700 E. Main St.
Richmond, VA.
For more info visit www.17thstreetfarmersmarket.com. “Inner Sanctum” Opens at Uptown Gallery
This themed exhibit asks Richmond artists to give their own interpretations of the title, and no holds are barred. Styles will range from realism through impressionism, expressionism to abstraction and beyond. The exhibit is judged by artist Jos Biviano,a newcomer to Richmond but recipient in 2009 of the “Best of America Artist Award” and recognized as one of the most promising young artists in the country.
In addition, “Four Eyes: Open to the Light” and the best-selling “Renaissance Women: New Paintings by Stuart Prendergraft White” two exhibits from last month, continue in the Owners’ and Frable gallery spaces.
Friday, August 6, 2010, 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
1305 West Main Street
Richmond, VA 23220.
For more info visit www.uptownartgallery.com. Brews & Blues w/ Cy Taggart at Capital Ale House
After work Blues and Brews.
Free.
Cy Taggart - http://www.cytaggart.com.
Friday, August 6, 2010, 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
623 E. Main St.
Richmond, VA.
For more info visit www.capitalalehouse.com. Free Wine Tasting @ River City Cellars
Check out some of Peter Kneff's finest picks from vineyards around the world. Always a few nice surprises! Check web site for weekly releases.
Friday, August 6, 2010, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
2931 West Cary St.
Richmond, VA, 23221.
For more info visit www.rivercitycellars.com. First Fridays Art Walk
Click here for the pdf with ALL of the participating galleries, exhibits, and information - http://www.firstfridaysrichmond.com/pdf/ffa_summer_guide.pdf
First Friday Art Walk offers exhibits at more than 20 downtown art galleries. Participating venues hold openings and other special events from 6-10pm to increase your awareness and appreciation of the rich cultural and entertainment opportunities offered by Richmond's Broad Street Historical District and the surrounding area.
Friday, August 6, 2010, 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Adams & Broad St.
Richmond, VA 23220.
For more info visit www.firstfridaysrichmond.com. Fridays at Sunset: Erykah Badu
General admission tickets start at $20.00. Prices vary by show.
Season Passes are available and allow the holder to attend every show throughout the concert series and access a “no-wait” separate entrance at the gate.
8/13 - The Whispers
8/20 - Third World.
Friday, August 6, 2010, 6:00 PM – 9:30 PM.
7th St. and Canal St.
Richmond, VA.
For more info visit www.fridaysatsunset.com. "New Oil Paintings by Chester artist Dan Rhett" Closing Reception @ Visual Art Studio
In this new collection of nearly 20 medium and small canvases Rhett continues to explore interactions between shapes, colors, cafe goers, and mythic beings. His art work has been so popular his previous exhibitions at Visual Art Studio have nearly completely sold out. Art Lovers from across the U.S. and as far away as Australia have collected a Dan Rhett original.
Free and open to the public. Exhibition closes First Friday August 6th. Rhett will be available at the First Friday Receptions July 2 and August 6, 2010.
First Friday Reception July 2, 2010 with Live Music TBA.
First Friday Closing Reception August 6, 2010 with Live Music TBA.
Friday, August 6, 2010, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
208 W. Broad St.
Richmond, VA.
For more info visit www.visualartstudio.org. "New Paintings by Richmond artist Cathyann Burgess" Opens @ Visual Art Studio
Doors open at 6PM. Her exhibition of 14 landscape and miniature flower paintings is on display August 6, 2010 only. Burgess, a former Fulton Hill Studio artist has pieces in the permanent collection of the Federal Reserve Bank and Media General.
Centaur, new paintings of cafe' goers and mythic beings by Chester artist Dan Rhett closes August 6th at 10pm.
Mediterranean Party Music graciously provided by My Son the Doctor. www.myspace.com/mysonthedr
Frank Hart Memorial Gallery - New Photographs by Michael Mancuso First Friday August 6th only from 6-10pm, reception 7-10pm.
Mancuso and Rhett will be available in the gallery at the First Friday Receptions August 6.
FREE and Open to the Public.
Friday, August 6, 2010, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
208 W. Broad St.
Richmond, VA.
For more info visit www.visualartstudio.org. Caulit Anything / Jason E. Call at The National
show time: 7:00 PM
doors open: 6:30PM
Tickets - $10 advance; $13 at the door.
Caulit Anything - http://www.myspace.com/caulitanything
with
Jason E. Call.
Friday, August 6, 2010, 7:00 PM – 10:30 PM.
708 E. Broad St.
Richmond, VA 23219.
For more info visit www.thenationalva.com. Photosynthesizers First Friday Visual and Sonic Exhibit at The Camel
$5.
Photosynthesizers - http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=130628746104.
Friday, August 6, 2010, 7:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
1621 W. Broad St.
Richmond, VA 23220.
For more info visit thecamel.org. John Witherspoon at Funny Bone
$10.
John Witherspoon - http://www.bangbangbangbang.com/v3
You probably remember John Witherspoon as Ice Cube's (Craig's) outrageously funny, dog-catching dad in New Line Cinema's smash urban trilogy Friday, Next Friday & Friday After Next, or as "Pops" on the long-running syndicated sitcom The Wayans Brothers…or as Spoon on NBC's The Tracy Morgan Show. One thing's for sure… once you've seen Witherspoon you completely understand why he has earned the reputation as one of America's funniest dads.
His scene-stealing roles in Boomerang, Little Nicky, House Party, Vampire in Brooklyn, and I'm Gonna Git You Sucka, made him one of the most memorable funny men in America. Not only does Witherspoon's work span over four decades to include blockbuster movies, hit-television shows, commercials, and top-rated music videos, but he's coined his own catch phrases…as in…"Bang!Bang!Bang!Bang!" and "You Gotta Co-ordinate!"
The Orange County Register describes the comedian/actor as being in a class of his own. "W…
Friday, August 6, 2010, 7:30 PM – 9:00 PM.
11800 W. Broad Street, Suite 1090
Richmond, VA 23233.
For more info visit www.symfonee.com. "Company Of Angels" at Richmond Triangle Theatre
July 29, 30, 31 August 5, 6, 7 at 8:00 p.m.
Sunday August 1 at 2:00 p.m.
Ticket Information - Online or call (804) 346-8113
Company of Angels is the story of Toby, an unemployed actor who is on the verge of a nervous breakdown from a life tragedy. Upon opening, we find her traveling across the big city to a community center where she has agreed to teach an acting class. In her self blame, hopelessness and grief, life has become an exhausted journey of questions and endless searching; wondering if there is something more. In the opening number, she innocently asks for something she does not even believe in, an angel…or two. Unbeknownst to her she gets ten, angels that is, all eagerly willing to assist her in her breakdown or “the big one” as they refer to it.
The company sings fifteen musical numbers to include solos and ensemble songs. The score is written in a contemporary style to include ballads, gospel style songs, and hard-driving musical numbers which keep the audience entertained throughout the…
Friday, August 6, 2010, 8:00 PM – 10:30 PM.
1300 Altamont Avenue
Richmond VA.
For more info visit www.richmondtriangleplayers.com. Art Show at art6
Part of First Friday's Art Walk.
Friday, August 6, 2010, 8:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
6 East Broad Street
Richmond, VA.
For more info visit www.art6.org. “Pippin” – Musical at Dogwood Dell
Free.
“Pippin” – Musical – 8:30 pm.
Contact: 804-646-DELL.
Friday, August 6, 2010, 8:30 PM – 10:30 PM.
Dogwood Dell Amphitheater
Blanton Ave & Garrett St.
Richmond, VA 23221.
For more info visit www.richmondgov.com. "This Is It": Movies In The Park at Broad Rock Sports Complex
The Department of Parks & Recreation hosts FREE Movies in the Park each Friday on the big screen at different parks throughout the City. For more information, call 804-646-5733.
This Is It - http://www.imdb.com/title/tt1477715
Friday August 13, 8:30 pm - Fame
Friday August 20, 8:30 pm - G-Force
Friday August 27, 8:30 pm - The Princes & The Frog.
Friday, August 6, 2010, 8:30 PM – 11:00 PM.
4801 Old Warwick Road
Richmond, VA.
For more info visit www.richmondgov.com. DJ Williams Projekt @ Sine
No cover.
DJ Williams Projekt - http://djwilliamsmusic.com.
Friday, August 6, 2010, 9:30 PM – Saturday, August 7, 2010, 12:00 AM.
1327 E. Cary St.
Richmond, VA 23219.
For more info visit www.sineirishpub.com. Goochland Farmers Market
The Goochland Farmers Market is one of Central Virginia’s largest and most authentic farmers markets and was voted one of America’s top 20 farmers markets last year in American Farmland Trust’s “America’s Favorite Farmers Market Contest.”
The Market features high quality farm and artisan products, which are sustainably produced. Meet local farmers and artisans and learn about the value of rural character. Pastured poultry, beef, pork, fruits, vegetables, honey, herbs, cut flowers, baked goods, eggs, goat cheese, perennial and annual plants, hanging baskets, handmade clothing and fine arts and crafts are available.
Open Saturdays, May through Labor Day from 8am-12 pm. and Sept. 11 to October 30 from 9 am-12 pm. Live music starts around 9 am every week.
Saturday, August 7, 2010, 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
2955 River Road West
Goochland, VA 23063.
For more info visit www.goochlandmarket.org. Monument Market
Residents south of the James have the Farmer’s Market at Forest Hill Park. Shockoe Bottom has the 17th Street Market. And beginning May 1st, Boulevardizens will have the Monument Market!
Organized by First Baptist Church, Monument Market will be located at the corner of Monument and Robinson every Saturday from 8am to noon through October 2010.
The market will feature fresh, seasonal fruits and vegetables from local farmers and even include organically raised meats and eggs. Additional vendors will sell jewelry, bird houses, wooden bowls and more. With space for 30 vendors, this market will offer Boulevardizens a great place to shop locally for produce and more.
Saturday, August 7, 2010, 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Monument Ave. and Robinson St.
Richmond, VA.
South of the James Market at Forest Hill Park
Click on the web site to see the complete list of local farmers, artisans and businesses that sell their local, home-made, home-grown and hand-made products at our markets in Richmond, Virginia.
Saturday, August 7, 2010, 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
New Kent Ave. & 42nd St.
Richmond, VA.
For more info visit www.themarketumbrella.com. St. Stephen's Farmers' Market
Producers-only farmers market sponsored by St. Stephen's Episcopal Church, open Saturdays, 8 a.m.-noon, May through October.
Ample free parking.
Saturday, August 7, 2010, 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
6000 Grove Avenue
Richmond, VA.
For more info visit www.saintstephensrichmond.net. Henricus Dauber Dash at Henricus Historical Park
Enjoy the beauty of one of America’s oldest settlements….through a layer of mud. Just like the Daubers that built the mud houses in the Citie of Henricus, you will have a chance to relive your childhood with plenty of messy mud on hand at the Henricus Dauber Dash. The 5-mile course starts in the Citie and goes around the trail loop at Dutch Gap, but this isn’t your typical trail run.
Think much, much messier. We guarantee you will get wet and dirty as you climb, crawl and weave through multiple obstacles along the way. And just when you think you can’t get any dirtier, you’ll come face-to-face with the final mud pit at the finish overlooking the scenic James River. The Henricus Dauber Dash, the best of nature, history and fun…all rolled in mud. This is not a race for walkers!
Saturday, August 7, 2010, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
251 Henricus Park Road
Chester, VA 23836.
For more info visit www.sportsbackers.org. Saturday Growers’ Market at 17th Street Framers’ Market
Every Thursday April 24-December 4.
9am-3pm
Free.
An eclectic mix of fresh homegrown produce, flowers, plants, baked goods, handmade & homemade products, vintage antiques, collectibles, jewelry, fine crafts and specialty vendors with cultural items for sale. Free Parking. For more information call 804-646-0477 or visit web site.
Saturday, August 7, 2010, 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM.
1700 E. Main St.
Richmond, VA.
For more info visit www.17thstreetfarmersmarket.com. Director's Tour: Bellevue Walking Tour
History Center Director Bill Martin leads a tour of the Bellevue neighborhood, which developed in the 1920’s and 30’s a few miles north of downtown Richmond as a result of growing retail activity on Macarthur just south of Bellevue Avenue. The automobile contributed to the growth of neighborhoods such as Bellevue on Richmond’s north side. Meet at Stir Crazy Café 4015 Macarthur Avenue.
Saturday, August 7, 2010, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
4015 Macarthur Avenue
Richmond, VA.
For more info visit www.richmondhistorycenter.com. "Breakfast at Tiffanys" Screening at VMFA
Free, but tickets are required. Reserve tickets by calling the Visitor Services desk at 804.340.1405 or online.
With Trent Nicholas, VMFA coordinator of Media Resources and instructor of Cinema Studies, VCU.
Before the screening of this 1961 classic, have breakfast at the Best Cafè— open at 10 am, serving coffee, tea, mimosas, and pastries.
Saturday, August 7, 2010, 11:00 AM – 1:30 PM.
200 N. Boulevard
Richmond, VA.
For more info visit www.vmfa.state.va.us. Jonny Z Festival
ART180 presents The Jonny Z Fest.
A community festival that celebrates the memory of our artist friend, Jonny. This is our third annual festival that is held in the fan, free and open to the public.
Jon Zanin, known to a countless list of adoring friends as Jonny Z, died in 2007 at the age of 26. Zanin is remembered as a creative and compassionate soul, a lover and maker of art and music, a friend to all and enemy to none, a champion for the underdog.
The festival honors his legacy, celebrates his spirit, and promotes art, music, community and friendship.
Come add your own sparkle to the art- and merry-making.
Live music by:
Josh Small
The Catnip Dreams
Ghostdog & Cinnamon
Photosynthesizers
The Girtles.
Saturday, August 7, 2010, 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
205 North Shields
Richmond, VA.
For more info visit www.art180.org. River District Canal Cruises
June 2-August 29 (summer hours)
$5 adults, $4 seniors & children 5-12, age 4 and under free with adult.
Wednesday-Saturday Noon-7pm
Sunday Noon-5pm
Enjoy 40-minute historically narrated tours of the James River & Kanawha Canal along the historic Canal Walk in one of our covered boats, which accommodates up to 35 passengers and departs on the hour from the Turning Basin.
Richmond’s canals were first begun in 1789 after George Washington lobbied the General Assembly to proceed with his vision of a canal and turnpike system that would connect the harbors of the east to the trade and market opportunities in the west. For more information call 804-788-6466 or 804-649-2800 or visit web site.
Saturday, August 7, 2010, 12:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
Canal Turning Basin
Dock and 14th Streets
Richmond, VA.
For more info visit www.venturerichmond.com. River Exploration for Adults
Go on a scenic, wild and challenging exploration of the James River’s island channels far from land. You must be at least 15 years old and able to swim. To register, call 804-646-8911. Fee $5. Sponsored by City of Richmond Parks & Recreation.
Saturday, August 7, 2010, 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
James River.
The Thrash & Burn Tour 2010 w/ Asking Alexandria, Born of Osiris, Kittie, and Stick to Your Guns at The Hat Factory
The Thrash & Burn Tour 2010 - http://www.myspace.com/thrashandburntour
$18 adv/$23 day of + $2 for underage payable in cash at the door
All ages.
Asking Alexandria - http://www.myspace.com/askingalexandria
Born of Osiris - http://www.myspace.com/bornofosiris
additional support from:
Kittie
Stick To Your Guns
Impending Doom
Evergreen Terrace
Greeley Estates
Periphery
and Chelsea Grin.
Saturday, August 7, 2010, 2:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
140 Virginia St.
Richmond, VA.
For more info visit www.hatfactoryva.com. Behind-the-Scenes Architectural Tour at Virginia Center for Architecture
Take a behind the scenes tour of the Virginia Center for Architecture and find out more about its historic home. Designed by John Russell Pope and originally known as the Branch House, discover how this Tudor-revival mansion has been adapted for use as a center for architecture. Gain access to spaces rarely open to the public and learn more about the family that commissioned one of Richmond’s architectural treasures.
Advance registration is required. Tickets are $10; VCA members, seniors and students receive a 20% discount. Call (804) 237-1774 or email jwaite@virginiaarchitecture.org to register.
Payment is required at the time of registration and is non-refundable. Guests of the tour receive 10% off Museum Shop purchases made that same day.
Saturday, August 7, 2010, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
2501 Monument Ave.
Richmond, VA 23220.
For more info visit www.virginiaarchitecture.org. Fridays at Sunset: Corinne Bailey Rae
General admission tickets start at $20.00. Prices vary by show.
Season Passes are available and allow the holder to attend every show throughout the concert series and access a “no-wait” separate entrance at the gate.
Corinne Bailey Rae - http://www.corinnebaileyrae.net/
7/9 - Maysa
7/16 - Robin Thicke
7/23 - Fantasia
7/30 - Wale and Arrested Development
8/6 - Erykah Badu
8/13 - The Whispers
8/20 - Third World.
Saturday, August 7, 2010, 6:00 PM – 9:30 PM.
7th St. and Canal St.
Richmond, VA.
For more info visit www.fridaysatsunset.com. RocketKnife at The National
show time: 7:00 PM
doors open: 6:30PM
Tickets - $10 advance; $13 at the door.
RocketKnife - http://www.myspace.com/rocketknife.
Saturday, August 7, 2010, 7:00 PM – 10:30 PM.
708 E. Broad St.
Richmond, VA 23219.
For more info visit www.thenationalva.com. John Witherspoon at Funny Bone
$10.
John Witherspoon - http://www.bangbangbangbang.com/v3
You probably remember John Witherspoon as Ice Cube's (Craig's) outrageously funny, dog-catching dad in New Line Cinema's smash urban trilogy Friday, Next Friday & Friday After Next, or as "Pops" on the long-running syndicated sitcom The Wayans Brothers…or as Spoon on NBC's The Tracy Morgan Show. One thing's for sure… once you've seen Witherspoon you completely understand why he has earned the reputation as one of America's funniest dads.
His scene-stealing roles in Boomerang, Little Nicky, House Party, Vampire in Brooklyn, and I'm Gonna Git You Sucka, made him one of the most memorable funny men in America. Not only does Witherspoon's work span over four decades to include blockbuster movies, hit-television shows, commercials, and top-rated music videos, but he's coined his own catch phrases…as in…"Bang!Bang!Bang!Bang!" and "You Gotta Co-ordinate!"
The Orange County Register describes the comedian/actor as being in a class of his own. "W…
Saturday, August 7, 2010, 7:30 PM – 9:00 PM.
11800 W. Broad Street, Suite 1090
Richmond, VA 23233.
For more info visit www.symfonee.com. The Whigs / Marionette at Canal Club
7:00 doors
$8.00/$10.00
The Whigs - http://www.myspace.com/TheWhigs
When the Whigs play a club with their fuzzy feedback jacked up and the kick drum thumping, the hard rocking Athens, GA, trio pleasantly pummel any audience they encounter. But as we discovered on their recent visit to SPIN's NYC office, the Whigs have a softer side, too -- and it's just as enthralling as their full-bore live show.
Watch - http://www.spin.com/articles/watch-whigs-perform-spins-office
with
Marionette - http://www.myspace.com/marionettebandpage
The Hounds.
Saturday, August 7, 2010, 7:30 PM – Sunday, August 8, 2010, 12:00 AM.
1545 E. Cary St.
Richmond, VA 23219.
For more info visit www.thecanalclub.com. "Company Of Angels" at Richmond Triangle Theatre
July 29, 30, 31 August 5, 6, 7 at 8:00 p.m.
Sunday August 1 at 2:00 p.m.
Ticket Information - Online or call (804) 346-8113
Company of Angels is the story of Toby, an unemployed actor who is on the verge of a nervous breakdown from a life tragedy. Upon opening, we find her traveling across the big city to a community center where she has agreed to teach an acting class. In her self blame, hopelessness and grief, life has become an exhausted journey of questions and endless searching; wondering if there is something more. In the opening number, she innocently asks for something she does not even believe in, an angel…or two. Unbeknownst to her she gets ten, angels that is, all eagerly willing to assist her in her breakdown or “the big one” as they refer to it.
The company sings fifteen musical numbers to include solos and ensemble songs. The score is written in a contemporary style to include ballads, gospel style songs, and hard-driving musical numbers which keep the audience entertained throughout the…
Saturday, August 7, 2010, 8:00 PM – 10:30 PM.
1300 Altamont Avenue
Richmond VA.
For more info visit www.richmondtriangleplayers.com. Slam Richmond @ artspace
Doors open 8pm
Free Admission.
Open mic, guest features, poetry slams for national competition, and competition for youth team (Slam Dominion) to compete at "Brave New Voices." Spoken Word show and Reading Series. Workshops for writing and performance poetry 5pm-7pm. Watch live web streaming of all poetry workshops and events at http://www.slamrichmond.tv
5 to 7 pm - Writing workshop
7 to 7:30 pm - Live interview of feature poet
7:30 to 8:30 pm - Youth Slam
8:30 to 9 pm - Open mic
9 to 9:30 pm - Feature poet
9:30 pm til - Open mic/adult slam (alternating between the two every other Saturday)
Watch live web streaming of all poetry workshops and events online.
Saturday, August 7, 2010, 8:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Plant Zero
2 E. 4th St.
Richmond, VA 23224.
For more info visit www.slamrichmond.tv. Daycare Swindlers / Iggy Plop / ROMA at Plaza Bowl
Daycare Swindlers - http://daycare-swindlers.com
with
Iggy Plop
ROMA.
Saturday, August 7, 2010, 8:00 PM – 11:30 PM.
521 E. Southside Plaza
Richmond, VA.
For more info visit www.myspace.com. “Pippin” – Musical at Dogwood Dell
Free.
“Pippin” – Musical – 8:30 pm.
Contact: 804-646-DELL.
Saturday, August 7, 2010, 8:30 PM – 10:30 PM.
Dogwood Dell Amphitheater
Blanton Ave & Garrett St.
Richmond, VA 23221.
For more info visit www.richmondgov.com. Chronicles of the Land Squid at Emilio's
Chronicles of the Land Squid - http://www.myspace.com/chroniclesofthelandsquid
The live electronic power group CHRONICLES OF THE LANDSQUID continues to evolve and explore uncharted musical realms. Their live shows feature a full dance party experience containing elements of electronica, drum & bass, breakbeats, dubstep, glitch, progressive trance, hip hop, and beyond. The main objective is get everybody out on dance floor.
Saturday, August 7, 2010, 10:00 PM – Sunday, August 8, 2010, 2:00 AM.
1847 W. Broad St.
Richmond, VA.
For more info visit www.myspace.com. Sunday Vintage Market at 17th Street Framers’ Market
Every Thursday April 25-December 5.
9am-3pm
Free.
It’s not old, it’s retro! Sundays bring out the best mix of vendors in Shockoe Bottom: antiques, collectibles, jewelry and the finest arts & crafts made by local Richmonders. Free Parking. For more information call 804-646-0477 or visit web site.
Sunday, August 8, 2010, 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM.
1700 E. Main St.
Richmond, VA.
For more info visit www.17thstreetfarmersmarket.com. 27th Annual Watermelon Festival
The Granddaddy of all street festivals. 115,000 people, over 2500 watermelons and you! With 80 musicians, over 100 exhibitors, one of the largest kids areas of any festival on the east coast and all of the great Carytown style, the Watermelon Festival has become the largest one day festival in the state of Virginia. Mark your calendar now for a great day of family fun!
Sunday, August 8, 2010, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
Carytown
3000 W. Cary St.
Richmond, VA.
For more info visit www.carytownrva.org. River District Canal Cruises
June 2-August 29 (summer hours)
$5 adults, $4 seniors & children 5-12, age 4 and under free with adult.
Wednesday-Saturday Noon-7pm
Sunday Noon-5pm
Enjoy 40-minute historically narrated tours of the James River & Kanawha Canal along the historic Canal Walk in one of our covered boats, which accommodates up to 35 passengers and departs on the hour from the Turning Basin.
Richmond’s canals were first begun in 1789 after George Washington lobbied the General Assembly to proceed with his vision of a canal and turnpike system that would connect the harbors of the east to the trade and market opportunities in the west. For more information call 804-788-6466 or 804-649-2800 or visit web site.
Sunday, August 8, 2010, 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Canal Turning Basin
Dock and 14th Streets
Richmond, VA.
For more info visit www.venturerichmond.com. The Beauty of Tiffany Glass Bus Tour @ Richmond History Center
Richmond is home to a number of Lewis Comfort Tiffany’s stained glass windows, commissioned during the early 20th century as both public and religious art. Stops include the Ginter Mausoleum at Hollywood Cemetery, as well as St. Paul’s and St. James’s Episcopal churches.
$23 for adults; $20 for History Center members and children 6-18 years old; children under 6 free. Includes admission to the History Center day of tour.
Sunday, August 8, 2010, 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
1015 East Clay Street
Richmond, VA 23219.
For more info visit www.richmondhistorycenter.com. Patrick Henry Reenactment @ St. John's Church
The Patrick Henry Committee invites you to bring your friends and family to a reenactment of the Second Virginia Convention of March 1775. In the presence of Washington, Jefferson, and other notable Virginians, Patrick Henry delivered his passionate call for liberty, uttering the immortal words, “Give me liberty or give me death!” Free and open to the public. Please call 804-648-5015 for more information.
1:00 pm - Free tickets are distributed at the front door.
1:30 pm - Patriotic music program on the 1905 Stein organ.
2:00 pm - Reenactment program begins.
Sunday, August 8, 2010, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
2401 E. Broad St.
Richmond, VA 23223.
For more info visit www.historicstjohnschurch.org. Hollywood Cemetery Walking Tour
An extension of the daily "Highlights" tour, this version covers in more detail the cemetery's unique history, landscape design, architecture, symbols and residents. Meet at the cemetery entrance at Cherry and Albemarle Streets.
Sunday, August 8, 2010, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Cherry and Albemarle Streets
Richmond, VA.
For more info visit www.richmondhistorycenter.com. John Witherspoon at Funny Bone
$10.
John Witherspoon - http://www.bangbangbangbang.com/v3
You probably remember John Witherspoon as Ice Cube's (Craig's) outrageously funny, dog-catching dad in New Line Cinema's smash urban trilogy Friday, Next Friday & Friday After Next, or as "Pops" on the long-running syndicated sitcom The Wayans Brothers…or as Spoon on NBC's The Tracy Morgan Show. One thing's for sure… once you've seen Witherspoon you completely understand why he has earned the reputation as one of America's funniest dads.
His scene-stealing roles in Boomerang, Little Nicky, House Party, Vampire in Brooklyn, and I'm Gonna Git You Sucka, made him one of the most memorable funny men in America. Not only does Witherspoon's work span over four decades to include blockbuster movies, hit-television shows, commercials, and top-rated music videos, but he's coined his own catch phrases…as in…"Bang!Bang!Bang!Bang!" and "You Gotta Co-ordinate!"
The Orange County Register describes the comedian/actor as being in a class of his own. "W…
Sunday, August 8, 2010, 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM.
11800 W. Broad Street, Suite 1090
Richmond, VA 23233.
For more info visit www.symfonee.com. George Thorogood and The Destroyers at The National
show time: 8:00 PM
doors open: 7:00PM
$20.
Reserved Seats and GA Standing Floor Available
George Thorogood - http://www.georgethorogood.com.
Sunday, August 8, 2010, 8:00 PM – 11:30 PM.
708 E. Broad St.
Richmond, VA 23219.
For more info visit www.thenationalva.com. Groove Stu at Dogwood Dell
Free.
Sunday, August 8, 2010, 8:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Dogwood Dell Amphitheater
Blanton Ave & Garrett St.
Richmond, VA 23221.
For more info visit www.richmondgov.com. Ramona and The Silver Hondas / Archeology at Emilio's
Ramona and The Silver Hondas - http://www.ramonaandthesilverhondas.com/fr_home.cfm
Archeology - http://www.myspace.com/archeology.
Sunday, August 8, 2010, 10:00 PM – Monday, August 9, 2010, 2:00 AM.
1847 W. Broad St.
Richmond, VA.
For more info visit www.myspace.com. "Sampling Shockoe" Restaurant Week
Sampling Shockoe is a unique, week-long dining event that allows Richmonders to "sample" some of the best flavors of the Shockoes in a three-course prix fixe menu for just $30 a person during the week of Aug. 9 – 15.
Sampling Shockoe Participating Restaurants:
* Cafe Gutenberg - Reservations recommended
* Dora’s Brazilian Grill - Reservations recommended
* Europa – Reservations recommended
* The Hard Shell - Reservations recommended
* Havana '59 - Reservations recommended
* Julep's New Southern Cuisine – Reservations recommended
* La Grotta - Reservations recommended
* Lulu's Restaurant – Reservations recommended
* Millie's Diner – Sorry, reservations not accepted
* Morton's, The Steakhouse –Reservations recommended
* Old Original Bookbinder's Richmond – Reservations required
* Sam Miller's - Reservations recommended
* Sensi - Reservations recommended
* Tobacco Company –Reservations required
* Trevi's Restaurant - Reservations rec…
Monday, August 9, 2010, 5:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
Various Locations
Shockoe Bottom.
For more info visit www.richmond.com. Fools Day Comedy at Funny Bone
$10.
Monday, August 9, 2010, 7:30 PM – 9:00 PM.
11800 W. Broad Street, Suite 1090
Richmond, VA 23233.
For more info visit www.symfonee.com. Richmond Shakespeare ONE NIGHT ONLY!: 'Twelfth Night' at Dogwood Dell
Did you miss Richmond Shakespeare's 'Twelfth Night' at Agecroft Hall?
Here's your last chance to see it at Dogwood Dell on 8-9-10 for FREE!
...
Shipwrecked, a young woman washes up on an exotic shore. Fearing her twin brother dead, and in desperate need of shelter, Viola masquerades as a boy and takes a position as a page in the service of a lovesick Duke. Sent by her newfound boss to woo his love, Viola succeeds too well; the Countess Olivia falls for the disguised Viola instead of the Duke! When Viola's twin brother arrives, alive, the mayhem--and the magic-- are palpable. Molly Hood directs this delightful comedy---which enjoyed sold out audiences at enchanting Agecroft Hall. Now, you can see it at the Dell!
Shipwrecked, a young woman washes up on an exotic shore. Fearing her twin brother dead, and in desperate need of shelter, Viola masquerades as a boy and takes a position as a page in the service of a lovesick Duke. Sent by her newfound boss to woo his love, Viola succeeds too well; the Counte…
Monday, August 9, 2010, 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
4305 Sulgrave Road
Richmond, Virginia 23221.
For more info visit www.richmondshakespeare.com. Live Comedy at Bottoms Up Pizza
Free comedy that can sometimes be pretty damn entertaining. And $2 Tecates (while they last) to boot.
Held bi-weekly at Cafe Diem and Bottoms Up.
Monday, August 9, 2010, 9:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
1700 Dock St.
Richmond, VA.
Live Comedy at Cafe Diem
Free comedy that can sometimes be pretty damn entertaining. And $2 Tecates (while they last) to boot.
Held bi-weekly at Cafe Diem and Bottoms Up.
Monday, August 9, 2010, 9:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
600 N. Sheppard St.
Richmond, VA.
"Sampling Shockoe" Restaurant Week
Sampling Shockoe is a unique, week-long dining event that allows Richmonders to "sample" some of the best flavors of the Shockoes in a three-course prix fixe menu for just $30 a person during the week of Aug. 9 – 15.
Sampling Shockoe Participating Restaurants:
* Cafe Gutenberg - Reservations recommended
* Dora’s Brazilian Grill - Reservations recommended
* Europa – Reservations recommended
* The Hard Shell - Reservations recommended
* Havana '59 - Reservations recommended
* Julep's New Southern Cuisine – Reservations recommended
* La Grotta - Reservations recommended
* Lulu's Restaurant – Reservations recommended
* Millie's Diner – Sorry, reservations not accepted
* Morton's, The Steakhouse –Reservations recommended
* Old Original Bookbinder's Richmond – Reservations required
* Sam Miller's - Reservations recommended
* Sensi - Reservations recommended
* Tobacco Company –Reservations required
* Trevi's Restaurant - Reservations rec…
Tuesday, August 10, 2010, 5:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
Various Locations
Shockoe Bottom.
For more info visit www.richmond.com. Flying Squirrels v. New Hampshire (Hometown Heroes Night)
Tickets $5-10.
Call 804-359-3866.
It's Allen & Allen 100 Hometown Heroes Night at The Diamond! Fans will be given the chance to nominate which Hometown Hero from Richmond they think should be honored at the game!
KRAFT Singles Tuesday Night Tickets: Buy 1 Ticket, Get 1 Free from KRAFT Singles with purchase. Bring your package wrapper to a Flying Squirrels Game on Tuesdays for a steal of a deal! Visit kraftsingles.com for more info!
Tuesday, August 10, 2010, 7:00 PM – 9:30 PM.
3001 N. Boulevard
Richmond, VA 23230.
For more info visit www.squirrelsbaseball.com. DJ Williams Projekt @ Cafe Diem
When you combine a tight groovin' rhythm section, sweet horn lines, and an amazing guitar player player who plays with honest to God soul, you've got yourself a solid winner when it comes to entertaining a crowd.
Complex or simple, Williams's lines become funk chops, picking up speed one minute and slamming a 180 on a dime the next with the "Projekt" backing it up all along and enhancing the ride. The band describes it as "a soulful ensemble of jazz, on a melodic R&B vibe, laced with a grooved down hip hop back beat.".
Tuesday, August 10, 2010, 9:30 PM – Wednesday, August 11, 2010, 12:00 AM.
Cafe Diem
600 N. Sheppard St.
Museum District.
For more info visit profile.myspace.com. River District Canal Cruises
June 2-August 29 (summer hours)
$5 adults, $4 seniors & children 5-12, age 4 and under free with adult.
Wednesday-Saturday Noon-7pm
Sunday Noon-5pm
Enjoy 40-minute historically narrated tours of the James River & Kanawha Canal along the historic Canal Walk in one of our covered boats, which accommodates up to 35 passengers and departs on the hour from the Turning Basin.
Richmond’s canals were first begun in 1789 after George Washington lobbied the General Assembly to proceed with his vision of a canal and turnpike system that would connect the harbors of the east to the trade and market opportunities in the west. For more information call 804-788-6466 or 804-649-2800 or visit web site.
Wednesday, August 11, 2010, 12:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
Canal Turning Basin
Dock and 14th Streets
Richmond, VA.
For more info visit www.venturerichmond.com. "Sampling Shockoe" Restaurant Week
Sampling Shockoe is a unique, week-long dining event that allows Richmonders to "sample" some of the best flavors of the Shockoes in a three-course prix fixe menu for just $30 a person during the week of Aug. 9 – 15.
Sampling Shockoe Participating Restaurants:
* Cafe Gutenberg - Reservations recommended
* Dora’s Brazilian Grill - Reservations recommended
* Europa – Reservations recommended
* The Hard Shell - Reservations recommended
* Havana '59 - Reservations recommended
* Julep's New Southern Cuisine – Reservations recommended
* La Grotta - Reservations recommended
* Lulu's Restaurant – Reservations recommended
* Millie's Diner – Sorry, reservations not accepted
* Morton's, The Steakhouse –Reservations recommended
* Old Original Bookbinder's Richmond – Reservations required
* Sam Miller's - Reservations recommended
* Sensi - Reservations recommended
* Tobacco Company –Reservations required
* Trevi's Restaurant - Reservations rec…
Wednesday, August 11, 2010, 5:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
Various Locations
Shockoe Bottom.
For more info visit www.richmond.com. "Disaster in the Gulf Relief" at Glave Kocen Gallery
1 date 2 cities 1 cause...
We'll be raising money for the national wildlife fund and their direct efforts in the gulf. Great Food, drinks, and some great music from some of the Gobstoppers! More Deets on the way but save the date!!!
Wednesday, August 11, 2010, 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
1620 west main street
Richmond, VA 23220.
For more info visit www.glavekocengallery.com. Heart @ Innsbrook After Hours
Gates open: 6:00pm - Opener: Approx. 6:30pm
Headliner: Approx. 8:00pm
General Admission Advance: $20; Gate: $25
Heart - http://www.heart-music.com.
Wednesday, August 11, 2010, 6:00 PM – 9:30 PM.
4901 Lakebrook Drive
Glen Allen, Virginia 23060.
For more info visit www.innsbrookafterhours.com. Flying Squirrels v. New Hampshire (Mascot Bobblehead Giveaway)
Tickets $5-10.
Call 804-359-3866.
The first 2,500 fans of all ages will receive a Mascot Bobblehead presented by HCA Virginia Health System!
Wednesday, August 11, 2010, 7:00 PM – 9:30 PM.
3001 N. Boulevard
Richmond, VA 23230.
For more info visit www.squirrelsbaseball.com. House of Heroes at Canal Club
6:30 doors
$12.00/$14.00
House of Heroes - http://www.myspace.com/houseofheroes
with
The Greater the Risk - http://www.myspace.com/thegreatertherisk
Glass Clovers -
Alleyways and Avenues.
Wednesday, August 11, 2010, 7:00 PM – 11:30 PM.
1545 E. Cary St.
Richmond, VA 23219.
For more info visit www.thecanalclub.com. Cuban Missile Crisis Gallery Walk at Virginia War Memorial
Walk and chat with Francis Gary Powers, Jr.
Wednesday, August 11, 2010, 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
621 South Belvidere Street
Richmond, VA.
For more info visit www.vawarmemorial.org. J. Medicine Hat at Funny Bone
J. Medicine Hat has been a fixture in the comedy club scene for over 20 years. He started his career in the early 80"s as a Stand-up Comedian, Star Search soon followed along with Showtime, HBO, MTV and VH1. After a gig in 1993 as an opening act for another hypnotist J. had the so-called-light-bulb-moment. Add Hypnosis and be the King. Comedy and Hypnosis in tandem... Hypo-Comedy was born. Since rust never sleeps, J. has become the pacesetter not the follower in the area of hypnosis. His shows are sold out over and over in venues across the country. Colleges, casinos and comedy clubs sing the praises of his ability to out sell and out perform any other entertainer.
Wednesday - 7:30 PM - $12.00
Thursday - 7:30 PM - $12.00
Friday - 7:30 & 10:00 PM - $15.00
Saturday - 7:30 PM 10:00 PM - $15.00
Sunday - 7:00 PM - $15.00.
Wednesday, August 11, 2010, 7:30 PM – 9:00 PM.
11800 W. Broad Street, Suite 1090
Richmond, VA 23233.
For more info visit www.symfonee.com. Beast Wellington @ Bogart's
Beast - http://www.beastwellington.com/.
Wednesday, August 11, 2010, 9:30 PM – Thursday, August 12, 2010, 12:00 AM.
1903 W. Cary St.
Richmond, VA 23220.
For more info visit www.bogartsinthefan.com. Poison Arrows at Emilio's
Poison Arrows - http://www.myspace.com/thepoisonarrows
Alarm Magazine - “Fired with the snap of exceptional musicianship and raw emotion.”
Blender Magazine - "One of ‘Ten Hot Artists’ chosen by the editors of Blender Magazine."
Chicago Reader – “You have to ask yourself why they would want to move toward the light when they do darkness so well.”.
Wednesday, August 11, 2010, 10:00 PM – Thursday, August 12, 2010, 2:00 AM.
1847 W. Broad St.
Richmond, VA.
For more info visit www.myspace.com. Thursday Growers’ Market at 17th Street Framers’ Market
Every Thursday April 29-October 28.
8:30am-3pm
Free.
What’s better than fresh produce? Locally-grown fresh produce! The market features locally grown and organically grown produce, flowers, plants, meats, eggs, cheeses, baked goods, breads, jams, honey, peanuts, fine crafts, jewelry, ceramics, handbags, handmade & hand-knit clothing, herbal body products, soaps and more! Free Parking. For more information call 804-646-0477 or visit web site.
Thursday, August 12, 2010, 8:30 AM – 3:00 PM.
1700 E. Main St.
Richmond, VA.
For more info visit www.17thstreetfarmersmarket.com. River District Canal Cruises
June 2-August 29 (summer hours)
$5 adults, $4 seniors & children 5-12, age 4 and under free with adult.
Wednesday-Saturday Noon-7pm
Sunday Noon-5pm
Enjoy 40-minute historically narrated tours of the James River & Kanawha Canal along the historic Canal Walk in one of our covered boats, which accommodates up to 35 passengers and departs on the hour from the Turning Basin.
Richmond’s canals were first begun in 1789 after George Washington lobbied the General Assembly to proceed with his vision of a canal and turnpike system that would connect the harbors of the east to the trade and market opportunities in the west. For more information call 804-788-6466 or 804-649-2800 or visit web site.
Thursday, August 12, 2010, 12:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
Canal Turning Basin
Dock and 14th Streets
Richmond, VA.
For more info visit www.venturerichmond.com. "Sampling Shockoe" Restaurant Week
Sampling Shockoe is a unique, week-long dining event that allows Richmonders to "sample" some of the best flavors of the Shockoes in a three-course prix fixe menu for just $30 a person during the week of Aug. 9 – 15.
Sampling Shockoe Participating Restaurants:
* Cafe Gutenberg - Reservations recommended
* Dora’s Brazilian Grill - Reservations recommended
* Europa – Reservations recommended
* The Hard Shell - Reservations recommended
* Havana '59 - Reservations recommended
* Julep's New Southern Cuisine – Reservations recommended
* La Grotta - Reservations recommended
* Lulu's Restaurant – Reservations recommended
* Millie's Diner – Sorry, reservations not accepted
* Morton's, The Steakhouse –Reservations recommended
* Old Original Bookbinder's Richmond – Reservations required
* Sam Miller's - Reservations recommended
* Sensi - Reservations recommended
* Tobacco Company –Reservations required
* Trevi's Restaurant - Reservations rec…
Thursday, August 12, 2010, 5:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
Various Locations
Shockoe Bottom.
For more info visit www.richmond.com. Books on Broad: Ellen Crosby's "The Viognier Vendetta" at Library of Virginia
"Books on Broad" brings authors and book lovers together in an informal setting with refreshments, stimulating conversation, and an introduction to the Library's collection through our exhibition gallery and other programming. Reading the book beforehand is never required--just bring your curiosity and a desire to meet new people. For more information please call the Virginia Shop at 804.692.3524.
Thursday, August 12, 2010, 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM.
800 East Broad Street
Richmond, VA 23219.
For more info visit www.lva.virginia.gov. Eric Church and Luke Bryan @ Innsbrook After Hours
Gates open: 6:00pm - Opener (Luke Bryan): Approx. 6:30pm
Headliner (Eric Church): Approx. 8:00pm
General Admission Advance: $16.50; Gate: $20
Gold Circle Seating Not Available for this event.
Eric Church - http://www.ericchurch.com
ACM Top New Artist Winner Luke Bryan - http://www.lukebryan.com.
Thursday, August 12, 2010, 6:00 PM – 9:30 PM.
4901 Lakebrook Drive
Glen Allen, Virginia 23060.
For more info visit www.innsbrookafterhours.com. Short Pump Town Center’s Summer Concert Series
Every Thursday evening (weather permitting) through Thursday, August 26. Families are invited to enjoy FREE live music performed by local bands, great food, prizes and of course, fabulous shopping!
Concerts begin at 6:00 PM and run until 8:00 PM in the Main Plaza.
Dining options that include over seven Food Court eateries, Baker’s Crust Café California Pizza Kitchen, The Cheesecake Factory, Copper Grill Lobster and Steak House, Firebirds Wood Fired Grill, Maggiano’s Little Italy, Tara Thai and newly opened Lehja, India Delicious!
Schedule:
June 3 - Kings of Swing
June 10 - Susan Greenbaum
June 17 - The Joker’s Wild
June 24 - Cyrus McCormick & The Reapers
July 1 - 80z Enuff
July 8 - Cedar Creek
July 15 - Ron Moody & The Centaurs
July 22 - The English Channel
July 29 - Julius Pittman Revival
August 5 - Marna & Macy
August 12 - Souler Coaster
August 19 - NRG Krysys
August 26 - Kings of Swing.
Thursday, August 12, 2010, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
11800 West Broad Street
Richmond, VA 23233.
For more info visit www.shortpumpmall.com. Quoit Club Tour: Belle Isle
Since 1814, Belle Isle has been the site of numerous industrial operations, including a nail factory, iron foundry, granite quarry and hydroelectric plant. Additionally, during the Civil War, the island was home to the Confederacy’s largest military prison, which held as many as 10,000 Union prisoners at its peak in 1863.
Come explore this hidden past and the island’s conversion back to nature on a guided tour with Brooks Smith, author of Facts and legends of the Hills of Richmond and Songlines of Richmond: A Celebration of Performing Arts, Artists and Stages. A reception and following the tour will be held at and sponsored by Dominion. Please wear comfortable shoes and weather-appropriate attire.
Thursday, August 12, 2010, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
7 East Second Street
Richmond, VA 23224.
For more info visit www.historicrichmond.com. Big Daddy Productions presents Soilwork / Death Angel at Canal Club
6:00 doors
$20.00/$25.00
Meet & Greet one hour before doors.
Soilwork - http://www.myspace.com/soilwork
Death Angel - http://www.myspace.com/deathangel
with:
Augury, Mutiny Within, Swashbuckle, & Impale the Sun.
Thursday, August 12, 2010, 6:30 PM – 11:00 PM.
1545 E. Cary St.
Richmond, VA 23219.
For more info visit www.thecanalclub.com. Flying Squirrels v. New Hampshire (FIREWORKS)
Tickets $5-10.
Call 804-359-3866.
Come out to The Diamond and enjoy Fireworks presented by AT&T!
Thursday, August 12, 2010, 7:00 PM – 9:30 PM.
3001 N. Boulevard
Richmond, VA 23230.
For more info visit www.squirrelsbaseball.com. Nappy Roots at The Hat Factory
$12 Adv/$15 Day-of.
Doors 7pm/Show 8pm
Kentucky hip-hop group, Nappy Roots will be making their first splash at Hat Factory!
http://www.nappyroots.com/.
Thursday, August 12, 2010, 7:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
140 Virginia St.
Richmond, VA.
For more info visit www.hatfactoryva.com. J. Medicine Hat at Funny Bone
J. Medicine Hat has been a fixture in the comedy club scene for over 20 years. He started his career in the early 80"s as a Stand-up Comedian, Star Search soon followed along with Showtime, HBO, MTV and VH1. After a gig in 1993 as an opening act for another hypnotist J. had the so-called-light-bulb-moment. Add Hypnosis and be the King. Comedy and Hypnosis in tandem... Hypo-Comedy was born. Since rust never sleeps, J. has become the pacesetter not the follower in the area of hypnosis. His shows are sold out over and over in venues across the country. Colleges, casinos and comedy clubs sing the praises of his ability to out sell and out perform any other entertainer.
Wednesday - 7:30 PM - $12.00
Thursday - 7:30 PM - $12.00
Friday - 7:30 & 10:00 PM - $15.00
Saturday - 7:30 PM 10:00 PM - $15.00
Sunday - 7:00 PM - $15.00.
Thursday, August 12, 2010, 7:30 PM – 9:00 PM.
11800 W. Broad Street, Suite 1090
Richmond, VA 23233.
For more info visit www.symfonee.com. River District Canal Cruises
June 2-August 29 (summer hours)
$5 adults, $4 seniors & children 5-12, age 4 and under free with adult.
Wednesday-Saturday Noon-7pm
Sunday Noon-5pm
Enjoy 40-minute historically narrated tours of the James River & Kanawha Canal along the historic Canal Walk in one of our covered boats, which accommodates up to 35 passengers and departs on the hour from the Turning Basin.
Richmond’s canals were first begun in 1789 after George Washington lobbied the General Assembly to proceed with his vision of a canal and turnpike system that would connect the harbors of the east to the trade and market opportunities in the west. For more information call 804-788-6466 or 804-649-2800 or visit web site.
Friday, August 13, 2010, 12:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
Canal Turning Basin
Dock and 14th Streets
Richmond, VA.
For more info visit www.venturerichmond.com. Friday Red, White, & Brew Market at 17th Street Farmers’ Market
(June-August)
Free admission.
Sophisticate your palette Friday evenings on the Market, Memorial Day through Labor Day, as the Virginia Wine Growers’ Association pairs regionally-produced wines & micro-brews from the Old Dominion with the best edible fare in Richmond! FREE PARKING.
For more information call 804-646-0477 or visit us online.
Friday, August 13, 2010, 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
1700 E. Main St.
Richmond, VA.
For more info visit www.17thstreetfarmersmarket.com. "Sampling Shockoe" Restaurant Week
Sampling Shockoe is a unique, week-long dining event that allows Richmonders to "sample" some of the best flavors of the Shockoes in a three-course prix fixe menu for just $30 a person during the week of Aug. 9 – 15.
Sampling Shockoe Participating Restaurants:
* Cafe Gutenberg - Reservations recommended
* Dora’s Brazilian Grill - Reservations recommended
* Europa – Reservations recommended
* The Hard Shell - Reservations recommended
* Havana '59 - Reservations recommended
* Julep's New Southern Cuisine – Reservations recommended
* La Grotta - Reservations recommended
* Lulu's Restaurant – Reservations recommended
* Millie's Diner – Sorry, reservations not accepted
* Morton's, The Steakhouse –Reservations recommended
* Old Original Bookbinder's Richmond – Reservations required
* Sam Miller's - Reservations recommended
* Sensi - Reservations recommended
* Tobacco Company –Reservations required
* Trevi's Restaurant - Reservations rec…
Friday, August 13, 2010, 5:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
Various Locations
Shockoe Bottom.
For more info visit www.richmond.com. Free Wine Tasting @ River City Cellars
Check out some of Peter Kneff's finest picks from vineyards around the world. Always a few nice surprises! Check web site for weekly releases.
Friday, August 13, 2010, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
2931 West Cary St.
Richmond, VA, 23221.
For more info visit www.rivercitycellars.com. Fridays at Sunset: The Whispers
General admission tickets start at $20.00. Prices vary by show.
Season Passes are available and allow the holder to attend every show throughout the concert series and access a “no-wait” separate entrance at the gate.
8/20 - Third World.
Friday, August 13, 2010, 6:00 PM – 9:30 PM.
7th St. and Canal St.
Richmond, VA.
For more info visit www.fridaysatsunset.com. Fridays on the Patio at James River Cellars
Bring a picnic and some friends and enjoy this monthly event featuring wine tastings, live music and light food.
Tickets are $14 per person; rain or shine!
Friday, August 13, 2010, 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
11008 Washington Highway (Route 1)
Glen Allen, VA 23059.
For more info visit www.jamesrivercellars.com. Flying Squirrels v. Portland (Golf Umbrella Giveaway/ Friday the 13th)
Tickets $5-10.
Call 804-359-3866.
It's Friday the 13th and Salute to Superstitions Night at The Diamond! The first 1,500 fans of all ages will receive a Golf Umbrella presented by University of Phoenix! It's also FRITOS FAMILY FRIDAY!
Friday, August 13, 2010, 7:00 PM – 9:30 PM.
3001 N. Boulevard
Richmond, VA 23230.
For more info visit www.squirrelsbaseball.com. Who's Awake? A Family Night Hike at Maymont
Ever wonder who stays awake while you sleep? Meet some of Maymont’s night-time residents and learn about their nocturnal adaptations through experiments, games and a hike of the grounds. Owls, opossums and many other creatures of the dark will help shed some light onto their mysterious ways. Ages 4 & up; adult must accompany children ages 15 and under. Register by June 24; call 804-358-7166, ext. 333.
$8 per person/$6 members.
Friday, August 13, 2010, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
1700 Hampton Street
Richmond, Virginia 23220.
For more info visit www.maymont.org. J. Medicine Hat at Funny Bone
J. Medicine Hat has been a fixture in the comedy club scene for over 20 years. He started his career in the early 80"s as a Stand-up Comedian, Star Search soon followed along with Showtime, HBO, MTV and VH1. After a gig in 1993 as an opening act for another hypnotist J. had the so-called-light-bulb-moment. Add Hypnosis and be the King. Comedy and Hypnosis in tandem... Hypo-Comedy was born. Since rust never sleeps, J. has become the pacesetter not the follower in the area of hypnosis. His shows are sold out over and over in venues across the country. Colleges, casinos and comedy clubs sing the praises of his ability to out sell and out perform any other entertainer.
Wednesday - 7:30 PM - $12.00
Thursday - 7:30 PM - $12.00
Friday - 7:30 & 10:00 PM - $15.00
Saturday - 7:30 PM 10:00 PM - $15.00
Sunday - 7:00 PM - $15.00.
Friday, August 13, 2010, 7:30 PM – 9:00 PM.
11800 W. Broad Street, Suite 1090
Richmond, VA 23233.
For more info visit www.symfonee.com. A Prairie Home Companion at Lewis Ginter
Join host Garrison Keillor, Nickel Creek’s Sara Watkins, the Guy’s All-Star Shoe Band, and sound-effects man Fred Newman for tender duets and ballads, poetry (Poe, Shakespeare, Anonymous), stories of passion and marriage, and Mr. Keillor’s intermission walk through the audience for the sing-along of “Unchained Melody” and “Can’t Help Falling in Love with You.” All this and favorite elements of A Prairie Home Companion — Guy Noir, Dusty and Lefty, the News from Lake Wobegon — during an entertaining date night for all ages.
Friday, August 13, 2010, 7:30 PM – 10:00 PM.
1800 Lakeside Ave.
Richmond, VA.
For more info visit www.lewisginter.org. "Fame": Movies In The Park at Chimborazo Park
The Department of Parks & Recreation hosts FREE Movies in the Park each Friday on the big screen at different parks throughout the City. For more information, call 804-646-5733.
Fame - http://www.imdb.com/title/tt1016075
Friday August 20, 8:30 pm - G-Force
Friday August 27, 8:30 pm - The Princes & The Frog.
Friday, August 13, 2010, 8:30 PM – 11:00 PM.
2900 East Grace Street
Richmond, VA.
For more info visit www.richmondgov.com. The Influence / Halflit Halo at Canal Club
8:00 doors
$8.00/$10.00
The Influence - http://www.theinfluence.com/
For the past three years The Influence has been busy immersing itself into what has become a vibrant East Coast rock scene. Thriving on their hybrid fusion of acoustic and electric sounds, luscious counter-melodies and five part harmonies, The Influence has established their presence amongst the elite rockers of today.
The five piece (originating from Virginia) is influenced by the familiar sounds of the great 90s rock movement but is undeniably rooted in late 60s and early 70s rock sensibility. Matthew
with Halflit Halo - http://www.myspace.com/halflithalo.
Friday, August 13, 2010, 8:30 PM – Saturday, August 14, 2010, 12:30 AM.
1545 E. Cary St.
Richmond, VA 23219.
For more info visit www.thecanalclub.com. Nova Stella at Capital Ale House
Free.
Nova Stella - http://www.novastellaband.com
Nova Stella is a “Funk band that ate a folk singer” which emerged in early 2008 from the remnants of several popular regional North Carolina acts. With influences such as Galactic, Ben Harper, Colin Hay, 311, Bela Fleck and the Flecktones, Dave Matthews, Miles Davis, John Mayer, John Coltrane and pretty much what ever else they can find, Nova Stella strives to build a high energy live show consisting of original material and their versions of tunes by their favorite artists.
Friday, August 13, 2010, 10:00 PM – Saturday, August 14, 2010, 1:00 AM.
623 E. Main St.
Richmond, VA.
For more info visit www.capitalalehouse.com. The Protomen / Craptain Jack at Plaza Bowl
10:00 PM-1:00AM
• The Protomen - http://www.myspace.com/theprotomen
Epic 10 piece rock opera all about MEGAMAN.
with
• Craptain Jack - http://www.myspace.com/craptainjackandtheshmees.
Friday, August 13, 2010, 10:00 PM – Saturday, August 14, 2010, 12:00 AM.
523 E. Southside Plaza
Richmond, VA.
For more info visit myspace.com. J. Medicine Hat at Funny Bone
J. Medicine Hat has been a fixture in the comedy club scene for over 20 years. He started his career in the early 80"s as a Stand-up Comedian, Star Search soon followed along with Showtime, HBO, MTV and VH1. After a gig in 1993 as an opening act for another hypnotist J. had the so-called-light-bulb-moment. Add Hypnosis and be the King. Comedy and Hypnosis in tandem... Hypo-Comedy was born. Since rust never sleeps, J. has become the pacesetter not the follower in the area of hypnosis. His shows are sold out over and over in venues across the country. Colleges, casinos and comedy clubs sing the praises of his ability to out sell and out perform any other entertainer.
Wednesday - 7:30 PM - $12.00
Thursday - 7:30 PM - $12.00
Friday - 7:30 & 10:00 PM - $15.00
Saturday - 7:30 PM 10:00 PM - $15.00
Sunday - 7:00 PM - $15.00.
Friday, August 13, 2010, 10:30 PM – Saturday, August 14, 2010, 12:00 AM.
11800 W. Broad Street, Suite 1090
Richmond, VA 23233.
For more info visit www.symfonee.com. Goochland Farmers Market
The Goochland Farmers Market is one of Central Virginia’s largest and most authentic farmers markets and was voted one of America’s top 20 farmers markets last year in American Farmland Trust’s “America’s Favorite Farmers Market Contest.”
The Market features high quality farm and artisan products, which are sustainably produced. Meet local farmers and artisans and learn about the value of rural character. Pastured poultry, beef, pork, fruits, vegetables, honey, herbs, cut flowers, baked goods, eggs, goat cheese, perennial and annual plants, hanging baskets, handmade clothing and fine arts and crafts are available.
Open Saturdays, May through Labor Day from 8am-12 pm. and Sept. 11 to October 30 from 9 am-12 pm. Live music starts around 9 am every week.
Saturday, August 14, 2010, 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
2955 River Road West
Goochland, VA 23063.
For more info visit www.goochlandmarket.org. Monument Market
Residents south of the James have the Farmer’s Market at Forest Hill Park. Shockoe Bottom has the 17th Street Market. And beginning May 1st, Boulevardizens will have the Monument Market!
Organized by First Baptist Church, Monument Market will be located at the corner of Monument and Robinson every Saturday from 8am to noon through October 2010.
The market will feature fresh, seasonal fruits and vegetables from local farmers and even include organically raised meats and eggs. Additional vendors will sell jewelry, bird houses, wooden bowls and more. With space for 30 vendors, this market will offer Boulevardizens a great place to shop locally for produce and more.
Saturday, August 14, 2010, 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Monument Ave. and Robinson St.
Richmond, VA.
South of the James Market at Forest Hill Park
Click on the web site to see the complete list of local farmers, artisans and businesses that sell their local, home-made, home-grown and hand-made products at our markets in Richmond, Virginia.
Saturday, August 14, 2010, 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
New Kent Ave. & 42nd St.
Richmond, VA.
For more info visit www.themarketumbrella.com. St. Stephen's Farmers' Market
Producers-only farmers market sponsored by St. Stephen's Episcopal Church, open Saturdays, 8 a.m.-noon, May through October.
Ample free parking.
Saturday, August 14, 2010, 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
6000 Grove Avenue
Richmond, VA.
For more info visit www.saintstephensrichmond.net. Saturday Growers’ Market at 17th Street Framers’ Market
Every Thursday April 24-December 4.
9am-3pm
Free.
An eclectic mix of fresh homegrown produce, flowers, plants, baked goods, handmade & homemade products, vintage antiques, collectibles, jewelry, fine crafts and specialty vendors with cultural items for sale. Free Parking. For more information call 804-646-0477 or visit web site.
Saturday, August 14, 2010, 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM.
1700 E. Main St.
Richmond, VA.
For more info visit www.17thstreetfarmersmarket.com. Shockoe Chef Showdown @ Farmer's Market
So, you think you have what it takes to compete for title of Top Chef in Richmond's River District?
This event will pit the Savory-savvy Gurus from Shockoe Slip against the Flavor-chic Experts of Shockoe Bottom, with some local homegrown culinary talent thrown into the pot to spice things up a bit!
Competition will be hot with three dish categories to enter: Meat-based dish, Vegetarian-based dish, and Dessert!
But you know what they say... "If you can't take the heat, get out of the kitchen..." and get down to the 17th Street Farmers' Market for the very first Shockoe Chef Showdown!
Contact: 804-804.646.0477.
Saturday, August 14, 2010, 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM.
17th St. Farmer's Market
1700 E. Main St.
Richmond, VA 23219.
For more info visit www.richmondgov.com. Richmond BMW and Crown Mini Pet Adoption Event
Aug. 14 and 28
The Richmond SPCA’s mobile adoption vehicle, Tail Wag’N, is on a mission to find homes for our shelter pets. Visit the Richmond BMW and Crown Mini and you'll find the Tail Wag'N vehicle with lots of furry friends on board.
Please come to Richmond BMW and Crown Mini on Aug. 14th and 28th to meet some of wonderful dogs and cats up for adoption! The More info call 804-521-1307 or email adoption1@richmondspca.org.
Saturday, August 14, 2010, 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
8710 West Broad Street
Richmond, VA 23220.
For more info visit www.richmondspca.org. Richmond Jazz Festival at Maymont w/ Chaka Khan, Boney James, Stanley Clarke, and more
The fest, Aug. 14-15, will feature more than 25 artists, including Chaka Khan, Boney James, Stanley Clarke, Chuck Mangione, Alex Bugnon, Poncho Sanchez and Ledisi.
Proceeds benefit the Maymont Foundation and the Richmond Jazz Society.
Advance tickets:
$25 for a one-day pass; $40 for a two-day pass.
At the Gate: $30 for a one-day and $50 for a two-day pass.
Maymont will be open only for the Richmond Jazz Festival on those days. Attendees younger than 21 must be accompanied by an adult.
For more details and the full lineup, call (804) 644-8515 or visit http://JazzAtMaymont.com.
Saturday, August 14, 2010, 12:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
1700 Hampton Street
Richmond, Virginia 23220.
For more info visit www.maymont.org. River District Canal Cruises
June 2-August 29 (summer hours)
$5 adults, $4 seniors & children 5-12, age 4 and under free with adult.
Wednesday-Saturday Noon-7pm
Sunday Noon-5pm
Enjoy 40-minute historically narrated tours of the James River & Kanawha Canal along the historic Canal Walk in one of our covered boats, which accommodates up to 35 passengers and departs on the hour from the Turning Basin.
Richmond’s canals were first begun in 1789 after George Washington lobbied the General Assembly to proceed with his vision of a canal and turnpike system that would connect the harbors of the east to the trade and market opportunities in the west. For more information call 804-788-6466 or 804-649-2800 or visit web site.
Saturday, August 14, 2010, 12:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
Canal Turning Basin
Dock and 14th Streets
Richmond, VA.
For more info visit www.venturerichmond.com. Latin Jazz Festival at Dogwood Dell
Free.
Latin Jazz Festival – latino jazz, dance.
Saturday, August 14, 2010, 1:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
Dogwood Dell Amphitheater
Blanton Ave & Garrett St.
Richmond, VA 23221.
For more info visit www.richmondgov.com. An Afternoon with Eliza Poe @ St. John's Church
St. John's Church's cemetery is the final resting place of Elizabeth Arnold Poe, Edgar Allan Poe's birth mother and an accomplished stage actress in her day. Eliza was known for her theatrical versatility, her comedic skill, and her beautiful singing voice. She was twenty-four when she passed away in Richmond in 1811, and at the time of her death she was on her way to achieving national stardom. Eliza Poe will tell about her tragically short life story and perform selections from her vast repertoire.
Cost is $6.00 for adults; $5.00 for seniors; $4.00 for ages 7-18; free for under 7. This event takes place outdoors. Guests are encouraged to bring lawn chairs or other seating. Please call 804.648.5015 or email programs@saintjohns.cc for more information.
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Saturday, August 14, 2010, 2:00 PM – 3:30 PM.
2401 E. Broad St.
Richmond, VA 23223.
For more info visit www.historicstjohnschurch.org. Monument Avenue Walking Tour
The first street in the U.S. to be designated as a National Landmark by the National Park Service, Monument Avenue is one of America’s most beautiful boulevards. Learn about the diverse architectural styles of its grand town houses, famous owners and renowned architects. Meet at the Lee Monument at Allen Street and Monument Avenue.
Saturday, August 14, 2010, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Allen Street and Monument Avenue
Richmond, VA.
For more info visit www.richmondhistorycenter.com. "Sampling Shockoe" Restaurant Week
Sampling Shockoe is a unique, week-long dining event that allows Richmonders to "sample" some of the best flavors of the Shockoes in a three-course prix fixe menu for just $30 a person during the week of Aug. 9 – 15.
Sampling Shockoe Participating Restaurants:
* Cafe Gutenberg - Reservations recommended
* Dora’s Brazilian Grill - Reservations recommended
* Europa – Reservations recommended
* The Hard Shell - Reservations recommended
* Havana '59 - Reservations recommended
* Julep's New Southern Cuisine – Reservations recommended
* La Grotta - Reservations recommended
* Lulu's Restaurant – Reservations recommended
* Millie's Diner – Sorry, reservations not accepted
* Morton's, The Steakhouse –Reservations recommended
* Old Original Bookbinder's Richmond – Reservations required
* Sam Miller's - Reservations recommended
* Sensi - Reservations recommended
* Tobacco Company –Reservations required
* Trevi's Restaurant - Rese