Vernon Tucker

* There is life after the Ramones, but who knew that its sound would be bluegrass? Tom Erdelyi, better known as Tommy Ramone, the band's first drummer (and only surviving original member), plays a mean mandolin in his new acoustic duo, singing tautly written songs much like Ramones songs, but with tenderness about the comforts and subtle politics of home life.

  Claudia Tienan, formerly with the group The Simplistics, is a partner with Tommy Ramone in Uncle Monk. Her penetrating lyrics and haunting vocals add facets and dimension to the songs. The music of the two artists complement each other. There is a Yin and Yang sensibility at work -- a touch of light and dark, of bitter and sweet.

  The duo will perform at the Gavioli Chapel on, Thursday, June 19 at 7 p.m. as part of the Americana House Concert Series.

Ladies Clothing Exchange?

* Sometimes too much journalistic research can ruin a perfectly good story. Bearing this in mind, I don't even want to know beforehand what kind of event a "Ladies Clothing Exchange" is. I think I'll just show up at Chelsea's on Monday night and see you there.

-- Vernon

Thursday, June 19

* Basin Park Hotel Balcony: Carl Leslie, noon-3 p.m. and 6-9

* Jack's Place: Karaoke with Lynne

* Eureka Live: Acoustic Jam & Open Mic, 7 p.m.

* Gavioli Chapel: Uncle Monk, 7 p.m.

* Lumberyard Bar & Grill: Karaoke

* Ollies: "Rockband," (Multi-User Karaoke), 6-10 p.m.

* Rick's Firehouse Pub: Local's Night

Friday, June 20

* Basin Park Hotel Balcony: The Hogscalders, noon-3 p.m. and 6-9

* Chelsea's: Jeff Kearney

* Crescent Hotel Dr. Baker's Lounge: Crosstown Richard

* Eureka Live: Live Entertainment, (Beer Garden), 2-6 p.m., and Live Music, (Downstairs), 8

* Grand Central Hotel Grand Taverne: Arkansas Red, (Jazz Guitar) 6-9 p.m.

* Henri's: Closed at 5 p.m. for a Private Party

* Jack's Place: Watts It 2 Ya, (Rock & Roll)

* Lumberyard Bar & Grill: Boot Scootin' Country Music

* New Delhi Cafe: Rachel Fields, 2-5 p.m.; Richard Burnett, evening.

* Inspiration Point: Opera in the Ozarks presents La Boheme, 7:30 p.m.

* Rowdy Beaver: Rowdy's Choice, 8 p.m.

* Shawbee's Big Dawg Saloon: Karaoke & Dance with The Big Dawg

Saturday, June 21

* Auditorium: Nashville Legends and Hwy 5, 7:30 p.m.

* Basin Park Hotel Balcony: Crosstown Richard, noon-3 p.m. and Catherine Reed, 6-9

* Basin Spring Park: Rachel Fields, noon, and Umzimba, 1 p.m., and Mountain Sprout, 2, and 1 Oz. Jig, 3, and The Ariels, 4

* Chelsea's: The Belaires

* Crescent Hotel Dr. Baker's Lounge: Eric Miller

* Eureka Live: Live Entertainment, (Beer Garden), 2-6 p.m., and Live Music, (Downstairs), 8

* Henri's: Karaoke with Tiny

* Jack's Place: Watts It 2 Ya, (Rock & Roll)

* Lumberyard Bar & Grill: Watts It 2 Ya

* Michael's Center Street Pub & Grill: David Singleton, 8 p.m.

* New Delhi Cafe: Rachel Fields, 6 p.m. to close.

* Inspiration Point: Opera in the Ozarks presents The Mikado, 7:30 p.m.

* Pine Mountain Jamboree Theatre: Veterans' Benefit Show, 1:30 p.m.

* Rowdy Beaver: Free Jukebox Night, 8 p.m.

* Shawbee's Big Dawg Saloon: Karaoke & Dance with The Big Dawg

Sunday, June 22

* Basin Park Hotel Balcony: Melissa Carper, noon-3 p.m. and Catherine Reed, 5-8

* Basin Spring Park: Willie Jones, noon, and Shannon Wurst Band, 1 p.m., and Coy Dog, 2, and Gera and Black & Blues, 3

* Chelsea's: John Nemeth

* Crescent Hotel Crystal Dining Room: Brunch with Music by Catherine Reed, 11 a.m.-2 p.m.

* Eureka Live: Live Music in the Beer Garden, 2-6 p.m.

* Lucky 13 Starlight Cinema: Contest -- Pet Owners' Lookalike, 7 p.m., The Golden Compass, dusk, with music by Opal Fly & The Faery Pranksters

* Lumberyard Bar & Grill: Nascar

* New Delhi Cafe: David Singleton, 3 p.m.

* Ollie's: Nascar

* Inspiration Point: Opera in the Ozarks presents La Boheme, 7:30 p.m.

* Shawbee's Big Dawg Saloon: Biker Appreciation Day

Monday, June 23

* Chelsea's: Ladies' Clothing Exchange

* Rick's Firehouse Pub: Game Night

* Shawbee's Big Dawg Saloon: Pool League

Tuesday, June 24

* Chelsea's: Open Mic

* HI Elks Lodge: Charitable Bingo, 6:30 p.m.

Wednesday, June 25

* Chelsea's: 999 Eyes

* Eureka Live: Meet the Locals

* Lumberyard Bar & Grill: Game Night with Guitar Hero

* New Delhi Cafe: Open Jam, 6:30 p.m.

* Rick's Firehouse Pub: Business Appreciation Night

* Rowdy Beaver: Service Employees' Night