TODAY
Hip-hop music
Bone-Thugs-N-Harmony
WHAT: Once a posse of five, they are now a trio. Many will remember their Grammy-winning "Tha Crossroads" tribute to the pioneering rapper, who signed them to Ruthless Records, Eazy-E. Also on the bill are White Minorities, The Shades Of Gray and Ill Effect.
WHEN: 7 p.m.
WHERE: Ace of Spades, 1417 R St., Sacramento
COST: $29.95
INFORMATION: (916) 930-0220, www.aceofspadessac.com
– C.M. Anderson
TODAY-SUNDAY
Exhibition
21st annual National Train Show
WHAT: Take the children to vist The Incredible Lego MiniLand. The adults can get their locomotive collectibles appraised. The whole family can admire model railroads and learn about them.
WHEN: Noon-6 p.m. today, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Saturday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Sunday
WHERE: Sacramento Convention Center, 1400 J St., Sacramento
COST: $12 general, $11 seniors 65-plus, $6 children ages 6-12, free to children under age 6; $22 two-day pass
INFORMATION: www.nationaltrainshow.org
– C.M. Anderson
SATURDAY
Live music
The Greencards
WHAT: This electic band – part bluegrass, part country, part pop – was a "newgrass" hit at MerleFest and chosen to open tour dates for both Bob Dylan and Willie Nelson. Smart lyrics, solid instrumentation, sweet harmonies and an engaging stage presence contribute to the whole package.
WHEN: 6:30 p.m.
WHERE: Harlow's, 2708 J St., Sacramento
COST: $17.50
INFORMATION: (916) 441-4693
– Jim Carnes
SATURDAY
Classic country
Johnny and Dee Price
WHAT: Yolo County can't seem to get enough of Johnny and Dee Price and their band, the Rhythm Riders. They all return to perform their tribute to Johnny Cash, June Carter and Patsy Cline.
WHEN: 7:30 p.m.
WHERE: Woodland Opera House, 340 Second St., Woodland
COST: $20
INFORMATION: (530) 666-9617, wohtheatre.org
– C.M. Anderson
SUNDAY
CD release concert
Roomful of Blues
WHAT: Not only does this group deliver a roomful of blues, it packs a stage full of men, solid musicians one and all. Their latest CD, "Hook, Line & Sinker," features a dozen tight tunes blending swing, rock, jump, blues and soul. Sharing the bill is Shana Morrison, the rockin' daughter of Van – and reason enough to go to the show.
WHEN: 7 p.m.
WHERE: PowerHouse Pub, 614 Sutter St., Folsom
COST: $10
INFORMATION: (916) 355-8586
– Jim Carnes
TUESDAY
Guitar music
Eric Johnson
WHAT: Eric Johnson's stature as one of the premier guitar players in contemporary music is his artistic trump card, backed by a Grammy Award and five nominations, a platinum album, Top 10 hits like "Cliffs of Dover," praise from critics and the esteem of his peers.
WHEN: 7:30 p.m.
WHERE: Harlow's, 2708 J St., Sacramento
COST: $30
INFORMATION: (916) 441-4693, www.harlows.com
– Jim Carnes
WEDNESDAY
Psychobilly music
Reverend Horton Heat
WHAT: Texas native Jim "Reverend Horton" Heath is guitarist, singer and leader of the band that beat the "h" out of his name. Its music is a mixture of country, punk, big band, swing, and rockabilly, all played loud and energetically. Also on the bill are Swingin' Utters and Another Damn Disappointment.
WHEN: 7 p.m.
WHERE: Ace of Spades, 1417 R St., Sacramento
COST: $23.95
INFORMATION: (916) 930-0220, www.aceofspadessac.com
– Jim Carnes
WEDNESDAYS-SUNDAYS
Theater
"Or,"
WHAT: The sassy new production of Liz Duffy Adams' "Or," by Capital Stage is a cleverly disguised, value-added bedroom farce. The value here comes from the play having more on its mind than just sexual hijinks – though plenty of hijinks take place.
WHEN: 7 p.m. Wednesdays, 8 p.m. Thursdays and Fridays, 7 p.m. Saturdays, and 2 p.m. Sundays through July 17.
WHERE: The Delta King Theatre, 1000 Front St., Old Sacramento (This production ends the company's performances on the riverboat. Next season, they move to a new space on J Street.)
COST: $26-$33. Student rush tickets are $12.
INFORMATION: (916) 995-5464 or www.capstage.org
– Marcus Crowder
THURSDAY
Bee Book Club
Dorothea Benton Frank
WHAT: Dorothea Benton Frank will discuss her 12th family drama-centric novel, "Folly Beach" (William Morrow, $25.99, 358 pages). Once again, the setting is the historic Lowcountry of South Carolina.
WHEN: 6 p.m. Thursday
WHERE: Borders, 2339 Fair Oaks Blvd., Sacramento
COST: Free.
INFORMATION: (916) 321-1128, (916) 564-0168
– Allen Pierleoni
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