Bowl party In south Minneapolis this weekend, Memory Lanes will continue its reign as one of the coolest bowling alleys in the Twin Cities. First the retro spot starting booking live music. Now it will host its first two-day block party, with a long list of buzz-worthy bands. On Saturday, Dance Band and a Night in the Box headline the day of music. On Sunday, the alt-hip-hop group Kill the Vultures headlines with Black Blondie and Chooglin'. An after-party follows inside both nights (Solid Gold DJs on Sunday).
1 p.m. Sat. and Sun. 2520 26th Av. S., Mpls. Free. All ages.
612-721-6211. myspace.com/memorylanesmn.
Charlie Murphy If you loved Dave Chappelle's TV show, you'll love Charlie Murphy. The comedian's "True Hollywood Stories" sketches with Chappelle spawned the Rick James catchphrase, "I'm Rick James, b----!" He brings his stand-up to Epic tonight.
9 p.m. today. 110 N. 5th St., Mpls. $25-$75. 18 and older.
612-332-3742. epicmpls.com.
Drink contest The owners of Om want your input on their cocktail list. The high-end Indian restaurant -- under construction in the Nate's Clothing space -- is scheduled to open in July. But right now, Om is offering a drink contest on its website. Give them your best Indian-inspired cocktail recipe and your creation could end up on the drink list. Go to omminneapolis.com for details. Deadline to enter is Wednesday.
TOM HORGEN
