Weekend Top 5

Comedian, actor, writer and producer Damon Williams will perform at The Funny Bone in Short Pump at 7 p.m. and 9:45 p.m. Friday, Oct. 31 and at 6:30 p.m. and 9:15 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 1. For eight years, Williams sat in The Funny Chair on the Tom Joyner Morning Show, contributing his unique sense of humor to the program. In addition, Williams recently executive produced and hosted his own eight-episode series, Laugh Tonight with Damon Williams, which is now streaming on UrbanflixTV. He also appears on Netflix on All The Queen’s Men Special Presented by Sommore. Tickets are $25 to $30. For details, visit richmond.funnybone.com.

Pirate Dog Cards & Collectibles will host RVA Expo 3 at the Richmond Raceway Complex from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Nov. 1-2. There will be up to 210 tables of sports cards, TCG, memorabilia, autographs, non-sports and collectibles. DJ Eddo Face will perform live and attendees can meet and take pictures with Nutzy and Nutasha (11 a.m.) and Pikachu (12 p.m. and 3 p.m.). General admission is $2; early entry at 9:15 a.m. is $5. Admission is good for both days. Kids 12 and under are free. Parking is free. Click here for tickets or visit piratedogcardsandcollectibles.com for details.

Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden will present "African Violets 101" from 12:30 p.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 1. Step into the vibrant world of the Gesneriaceae family - a diverse group of plants known for their beautiful blooms, unique foliage, and fascinating growth habits. During the class, attendees will learn how to best care for these beauties and keep them alive for years to come. Students will propagate their own gesneriad and learn to repot one, taking home two freshly-potted plants. All materials are provided. Cost is $60 for Garden members and $72 for non-members. Pre-registration is required. Click here for details.

The Gayton Kirk Presbyterian Church, 11421 Gayton Road, will hold a Community Chili Cook-Off on Sunday, Nov. 2 from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. In addition to the chili competition, there will be live music by the Wild Honey Band. Tea, lemonade and cornbread will be served as well. Prizes will be awarded for Judges' Choice and People's Choice. Admission is $10. All proceeds benefit the local food pantry satellite of Feed More. For details, call (804) 741-5254 or visit thegaytonkirk.org.

Join Jim Brickman and friends for "HITS LIVE! and a Little Bit of Christmas" at The Tin Pan on Sunday, Nov. 2 at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. The Grammy-nominated singer will get up close and personal with his popular songs "Love of My Life," "Valentine" and "Angel Eyes," plus a few holiday favorites like "The Gift." Tickets are $59.11. For details, visit tinpanrva.com.

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