Weekend Top 10

NOV 2Grammy-nominated singer-songwriter JD Souther will perform at 7 p.m. at The Cultural Arts Center at Glen Allen. Souther, who was inducted into the Songwriter’s Hall of Fame in 2013, has penned hits for the Eagles, Linda Ronstadt, Roy Orbison, James Taylor and Don Henley, among others. His latest studio album is “Tenderness.” Tickets are $40. For details, call 261-ARTS or visit www.artsglenallen.com. *** ComedySportz Richmond, 8906-H W. Broad Street, will present “CSz Richmond Stands Up!” from 10:15 p.m. to midnight. The evening of stand-up comedy will feature some of your favorite CSz league players. As this is an after-hours presentation, it is for the adult crowd. Tickets are $5 online or $8 at the door. For details, visit www.cszrichmond.com. *** The Friends of the Glen Allen Library will host their Chill Out and Read fall book sale from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Nov. 2-3 in the large public meeting room at the library, 10501 Staples Mill Road. A huge selection of over 4,000 well sorted items – including hard cover and paper backs in a variety of subjects, children’s books, young adult books, DVDs and CDs – will be available at prices ranging from $0.25 to $2. A special collection of antique and rare items will be offered at higher prices. Cash and checks accepted. For details, call 501-1950. *** The film “Star Wars: The Last Jedi” (2017, PG-13, 152 minutes) will play at 7 p.m. Nov. 2 and at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. Nov. 3 at the Henrico Theatre in Highland Springs. Tickets and concessions are $1 each. For details, call 652-4260 or visit www.henricolive.com. *** The annual Craftsmen’s Classics Art & Craft Festival – Christmas Show will be held Nov. 2-4 at Richmond Raceway. The show features original designs and work from hundreds of talented artists and craftspeople from across the nation. Hours are 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Nov. 2, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Nov. 3 and 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Nov. 4. Admission is $8 for adults, $1 for children 6-12 and free for ages five and below. For advance tickets and discounts, visit https://tinyurl.com/CraftsmensClassic2018.

NOV 3
Dynamo Soccer Club will present its third annual Casino Night, “Games for Goals,” from 7 p.m. to 11 p.m. at the Dynamo Indoor Sports Complex at 8175 Mechanicsville Turnpike. Enjoy an evening of casino-style games, horse racing, raffles and door prizes, a silent auction, hors d’oeuvres, DJ entertainment and a cash bar. Tickets are $30 to $40 per person or $50 to $60 per couple. Ticket includes admission, one drink ticket and $10,000 casino cash. Proceeds from the event will go toward the installation of permanent lighting on the fields and scholarships. For details, visit www.dynamosc.com.

The Shady Grove Coffeehouse will present American folksinger John McCutcheon at 8 p.m. at the Unitarian Universalist Community Church, 11105 Cauthorne Road in Glen Allen. The late Pete Seeger described McCutcheon as “not only one of the best musicians in the USA, but also a great singer, songwriter and song leader.” The late Johnny Cash said he was “the most impressive instrumentalist I’ve ever heard.” Tickets are $25 to $30 with discounts for teens; children 12 and under are free. Net proceeds benefit UUCC. For details, visit www.shadygrovecoffeehouse.com.

NOV 4
The Cultural Arts Center at Glen Allen, in conjunction with the Latin Ballet of Virginia, will present El Día de los Muertos / Day of the Dead Festival from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. This festive celebration of life will feature live performances by the Latin Ballet, dancing, music, sweets, treats and art activities. Costumes are encouraged. Mercado Muertos, a mini-shop featuring an array of themed gifts and art to celebrate the spirit of the dead, will have items for sale with most priced at $20 and under. Admission is free. For details, call 261-ARTS or visit www.artsglenallen.com.

The Richmond Philharmonic will present Great Trumpet Overtures at 4 p.m. at The Collegiate School, 103 N. Mooreland Road. The program includes Verdi's “Force of Destiny,” Bizet’s “Carmen” and Wagner’s “Rienzi,” among others. Tickets are $8 for adults; ages 18 and under are free. For details, visit www.richmondphilharmonic.org.

The second annual Walk to End It, an event to raise awareness about human trafficking and to raise funds for Henrico-based Safe Harbor, will take place at Deep Run Park from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. The course is approximately three miles. Well-behaved leashed dogs are allowed. ASL/English interpreter will be provided. Safe Harbor provides the support that survivors of sexual and domestic violence and human trafficking need to overcome their crisis and to transform their lives. To register or donate, visit walktoendit.myevent.com.