Nightlife

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During the harsh light of day, the vibe of the Townhouse Lounge floats somewhere between unassuming and out of business. Even as late as 8 or 9 p.m., the 1517 21st St. bar still has that hassle-free attitude.

What: The comic is becoming almost as much of a regular in Sacramento as he was on Fox's "Mad TV." Bobby Lee returns for five shows this weekend.

A note on prices: Ticketmaster will no longer provide ticket prices on all shows. Visit www.ticketmaster.com for ticket prices.

What: The sensational Broadway Sacramento presentation of the new rock-based musical "Spring Awakening" finishes its brief Sacramento run.

There's enough to do at Strikes Family Entertainment Center and Coach's Bar and Grill in Elk Grove that going just one night isn't a complete experience.

While the number of restaurants that sell alcohol continues to increase in California and the Sacramento region, the stand-alone bar is disappearing.

What: Meet Jeff Dunham and his cast of characters, including Walter, Achmed the Dead Terrorist, Bubba J, Peanut and José Jalapeño on a Stick, in his comedy and ventriloquism show.

What: It's your last chance to catch the funny timely production of Stephen Karam's "Speech & Debate." Director Stephanie Gularte has assembled a first-rate young cast in this new play that speaks to our modern life and times.

A note on prices: Ticketmaster will no longer provide ticket prices on all shows. Visit www.ticketmaster.com for ticket prices.

ON SALE

What: Veteran trick-or-treaters know that acquiring a top-notch goodie bag is all about location.

A note on prices: Ticketmaster will no longer provide ticket prices on all shows. Visit www.ticketmaster.com for ticket prices.

What: The Dane Cook phenomenon roars on. Now a star of the big-screen variety, Cook got his golden ticket with his double-platinum "Retaliation" CD, the highest-charting comedy album in 28 years.

A note on prices: Ticketmaster will no longer provide ticket prices on all shows. Visit www.ticketmaster.com for ticket prices.

What: Morrissey, of the Smiths fame, brings his solo show to Oakland.

A note on prices: Ticketmaster will no longer provide ticket prices on all shows. Visit www.ticketmaster.com for ticket prices.

What: Remember the old-fashioned times when townspeople worked hard to build the scariest scarecrow and grow the plumpest pumpkin?

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What: In just seven years, one female cat, her mate and all of their kittens can produce 470,000 offspring.

What: Single tickets are on sale for the 2009-10 season at the Robert and Margrit Mondavi Center for the Performing Arts.

What: Del Paso-area company Big Idea Theatre has been making waves with its lineup of stand-apart productions.

A note on prices: Ticketmaster will no longer provide ticket prices on all shows. Visit www.ticketmaster.com for ticket prices.

What: Tickets are on sale now for stand-up comedian Dane Cook's Sacramento performance.

A note on prices: Ticketmaster will no longer provide ticket prices on all shows. Visit www.ticketmaster.com for ticket prices.

What: Immerse yourself in abstract sights and sounds at this special concert at Davis' John Natsoulas Gallery, hosted by alternative radio station KDVS (90.3 FM).

What: A day of music featuring Train, Colbie Caillat, Kevin Rudolf, Howie Day and Hoobastank

A note on prices: Ticketmaster will no longer provide ticket prices on all shows. Visit www.ticketmaster.com for ticket prices.

SATURDAY

What: Tickets are on sale now for Barry Manilow's fall concert in Sacramento.

What: Grease is still the word, and Sacramento will be belting out its anthems Sunday afternoon at the Crest Theatre.

Hang on to today's Ticket if you use the movie descriptions or other listings throughout the week.

A note on prices: Ticketmaster will no longer provide ticket prices on all shows. Visit www.ticketmaster.com for ticket prices.

WHAT: The stand-up comic lasted longer than most in the cast of the really-long-running "Saturday Night Live."

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Beginning next Sunday, The Bee no longer will publish the Explore section.

What: It may not seem like quite the feat it was more than a hundred years ago, but the classic story of Phileas Fogg's race to circumnavigate the globe is still chockablock with wild adventures and fearless feats of fun.

A note on prices: Ticketmaster will no longer provide ticket prices on all shows. Visit www.ticketmaster.com for ticket prices.

Wine is fine, but the summer calls for a different kind of sipping. So it's time for the second annual Midtown Cocktail Week, Aug. 10-Aug. 16.

WHAT: The "Diary of a Wimpy Kid" ice cream truck will launch its national tour here, celebrating the Oct. 12 release of the fourth title in Jeff Kinney's popular fiction series.

A note on prices: Ticketmaster will no longer provide ticket prices on all shows. Visit www.ticketmaster.com for ticket prices.

A note on prices: Ticketmaster will no longer provide ticket prices on all shows. Visit www.ticketmaster.com for ticket prices.

WHAT: More than 130 outstanding works from the tombs of Tutankhamun, his family and his predecessors

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What: Last year, more than 3,500 people screamed for ice cream at the Sacramento Zoo's annual Ice Cream Safari.

WHAT: Sacramento Public Library presents an afternoon tea and a chance to learn about Victorian tea traditions.

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What: Sacramento's favorite lowbrow film festival, the Trash Film Orgy, is back for its ninth season, and this week's lineup boasts a little extra spirit.

A note on prices: Ticketmaster will no longer provide ticket prices on all shows. Visit www.ticketmaster.com for ticket prices.