What’s Booming RVA: Meaningful Music

From Richmond jazz musicians fighting ALS to an Americana legend, plus a weekend of jazz, music and beer, and a look at dinner with U.S. presidents. All in “What’s Booming RVA: Meaningful Music.”

Mingus Awareness Project

Aug. 9, 10, and 11 at three Richmond venues

Richmond jazz musicians join to fight ALS, in honor of jazz artist Charles Mingus. Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, aka Lou Gehrig’s disease, progresses rapidly, causing muscle weakness, difficulty speaking and swallowing, and other debilitating physical changes. All concert proceeds benefit the ALS Association.

• Brian Jones Trio. Aug. 9, 7:30 p.m., at The Basement, Richmond.
• No BS! Brass Band, Michael Hawkins and The Brotherhood. Aug. 10, 6 p.m., at Ember Music Hall, Richmond.
• The Toby Whitaker Ensemble and Charles Owens Quartet. Aug. 11, 7:30 p.m., at Firehouse Theatre, Richmond.

Robert Earl Keen with Logan Vath

Aug. 9, 8 p.m., at The National, Richmond

For three decades, from the Texas folk scene to performances with Townes Van Zandt and Guy Clark, the Americana legend continues to entertain.

Richmond Jazz and Music Festival

Aug. 9 to 11 at Maymont, Richmond

A three-day, 360-degree sensory immersion, featuring Fantasia, Ludacris, Artist-In-Residence Wyclef, St. Paul & The Broken Bones, Gregory Porter, Bob James, Snarky Puppy, and more.

JamPacked Craft Beer & Music Festival

Aug. 10, Brown’s Island, Richmond

Environmentally conscious craft brewers, inspiring bands, and concertgoers who want a better future come together in this waste-free event using only recyclable materials.

Julia Child’s Birthday and Presidential Dinners

Aug. 15, 6 p.m., at the Virginia Museum of History & Culture, Richmond

Author Alex Prud’homme discusses his newest book, “Dinner with the President: Food, Politics, and a History of Breaking Bread at the White House.” Inspired by a series of events, including Julia Child’s televised visits to state dinners in 1967 and 1976, this conversation examines the politics of food of 26 presidents. Reception following for Julia Child’s 112th birthday.

Check websites for more details, including prices and registration requirements.

More of What’s Booming in Richmond besides …

Food and more fun to fill your plate

Boomer’s featured flavor of the week:

Still time to vote in the Inaugural Virginia Cocktail Games, through Aug. 11

And more to throw on your calendar:

• MORE EVENTS from Aug. 8 to 15, plus announcements and road trips – COMING SOON