Entertainment Calendar

Mon Feb 8, 2010 Monday Night Jazz

Monday Night Jazz features pianist Chris James tonight, as he releases his great new CD "Just One More Kiss." Guest musicians: Joe Vick on bass and Dave Rogers on drums. Music at 8, cover is $10. CDs available for sale.

Tue Feb 9, 2010 Tuesday Jam Session

Pianist Carl Mouton coordinates a dynamite jam session here every Tuesday night, showcasing some incredible local talent. We never know exactly who’ll perform: sax, trumpet, steel drums, vocalist, you name it! Music at 8, no cover.

Wed Feb 10, 2010 Dave Williams & Co.

Dave Williams is immensely talentedon the sax and a nice guy to boot. Come relax through hump day with us! Music at 8, cover is $5.

Thu Feb 11, 2010 Wine & Chocolate!

Kick off your Valentine's celebration tonight with a decadently delicious tasting of rich chocolates paired with complementary wines! Megan Bohm of Glazer's hosts. 5:30-7 pm, $12 per person...bring your sweetie and indulge!

Thu Feb 11, 2010 Rex Bell Jazz Trio

Mellow out at the Wine and Chocolate tasting, and then settle in for an evening of superb jazz by Dr. Rex Bell and friends. You'll love this versatile and talented group...music starts at 8, cover is $5 tonight.

Fri Feb 12, 2010 Tonya Leeks & Co.

Tonya Leeks is a force of nature...singing, playing the sax or flute, working with her band and the crowd! For incredible R&B, soul and more, don't miss this act. Music at 9, cover is $7.

Sat Feb 13, 2010 Rodney Block & Co.

Grab your sweetheart and head down here for the romantic sounds of this most talented musician on this Valentine's Eve. Rodney coaxes every sweet sound out of the trumpet and his band will definitely get you mellow! Music at 9, cover $10 tonight.

Sun Feb 14, 2010 Sunday Jazz Brunch

Ted Ludwig on guitar and Joe Cripps on bass make beautiful jazz every Sunday during the festive Jazz Brunch at Vieux Carre. Come hear this great duo and enjoy delicious brunch fare every Sunday from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Mon Feb 15, 2010 Monday Night Jazz

Kick off your Mardi Gras celebration with Monday Night Jazz, spotlighting Astral Project's leader and incredible saxophonist Tony Dagradi from New Orleans. Joe Vick on bass and Dave Rogers on drums. Music at 8, $10 cover.

Tue Feb 16, 2010 Fat Tuesday Jam!

Pianist Carl Mouton coordinates a dynamite jam session here every Tuesday night, showcasing some incredible local talent. Tonight is extra special as this New Orleans native pulls out all the stops for Fat Tuesday! Music at 8, no cover.

Wed Feb 17, 2010 Katmandu

Kat Hood and Chuck Gilbert head this great little band and they are real crowd-pleasers! Mellow music, great talent, delicious food and drinks...what a way to celebrate hump day! Music at 8, cover is $5.

Thu Feb 18, 2010 Ted Ludwig Jazz Trio

Come enjoy the hot, cool jazz sounds of the very talented Ted Ludwig Jazz Trio, featuring Ted on guitar, Brian Brown on drums and Joe Cripps on base. These guys are purely pros and put on a great show. Music at 8:30, cover is $5.

Thu Feb 18, 2010 Wine Tasting

After Work @ The Afterthought wine tasting with Bruce Cochran & James Cripps. Always delightful...good wine and great cheer! Taste through four wines for just $10 per person. Appetizers available for purchase. 5:30-7 pm

Fri Feb 19, 2010 Cody Belew & Co.

Energetic, charismatic, wonderful singer, fantastic back-up by the Mercers..these are just a few of the things fans say about Cody! He’s one of our favorites and we’re always happy to have him here. Music at 9, cover is $7.

Sat Feb 20, 2010 CLOSED

The Afterthought is closed tonight for a private party and will reopen on Monday afternoon at 4:30 for happy hour.

Sun Feb 21, 2010 Sunday Jazz Brunch

Ted Ludwig on guitar and Joe Cripps on bass make beautiful jazz every Sunday during the festive Jazz Brunch at Vieux Carre. Come hear this great duo and enjoy delicious brunch fare every Sunday from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Mon Feb 22, 2010 Monday Night Jazz

Monday Night Jazz is a longstanding Afterthought tradition and tonight is our monthly jam session. Backing up will be Steve Struthers on guitar, Brian Wolverton on bass and Dave Rogers on drums. Music at 8, $5 cover or $1 for jammers.

Tue Feb 23, 2010 Science Cafe

Science Cafe is a fun gathering of interested and interesting people who enjoy learning about science. Tonight's topic: IT & Social Networking. Meets every 4th Tuesday @ the Afterthought, 7-9 pm. Free & open to the public.

Tue Feb 23, 2010 Tuesday Jam Session

Pianist Carl Mouton coordinates a dynamite jam session here every Tuesday night, showcasing some incredible local talent. We never know exactly who’ll perform: sax, trumpet, steel drums, vocalist, you name it! Music at 9 tonight after Science Cafe.

Wed Feb 24, 2010 Cindy Woolf

This young woman has the sweetest, clearest bluegrass/country voice you will ever hear and she's great with the crowd. We are always thrilled when we can tempt her down from the hills of NW Arkansas & S. Missouri! Music @ 8, $5 cover.

Thu Feb 25, 2010 Tonya Leeks Jazz

Tonya Leeks is a force of nature...singing, playing the sax or flute, working with her band and the crowd! Put a jazz slant on it, invite in a few friends to jam...don’t miss this act. Music at 8, cover is $5.

Fri Feb 26, 2010 Ramona & Carl

Miss Ramona Smith sings up a mighty storm...and that’s when she’s just warming up! Add Mr. Carl Mouton on the keys and you just better be here for the adventure! Music at 9, cover is $7.

Sat Feb 27, 2010 William Staggers

Our crowds just love William...especially the women! He is tall, dark & handsome and has a voice to die for...Come enjoy William’s show, with R&B, soul and lots more. Music at 9, cover is $7.

Sun Feb 28, 2010 Sunday Jazz Brunch

Ted Ludwig on guitar and Joe Cripps on bass make beautiful jazz every Sunday during the festive Jazz Brunch at Vieux Carre. Come hear this great duo and enjoy delicious brunch fare every Sunday from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.