Plough & Stars

912 Mass Ave, between Central and Harvard Sqs., Cambridge, MA, (617) 441-3455. Cambridge.
A neighborhood pub with a long, narrow bar, a friendly atmosphere (we know of at least one couple, now married, who met at the Plough), and a more-than-adequate selection of beer. Live music nightly, with the Bad Art Ensemble playing original blues, rock, and more every Wed. Casual dress. Open Mon. through Fri. from 11:30 a.m. to 1 a.m., and on Sat. and Sun. from noon to 1 a.m., or earlier when there's a soccer game on. Serving brunch on Sun. from noon to 3 p.m., and lunch Mon. through Fri. from 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. No dinners. Cover charge varies up to $4.

Thursday, November 18 Brass Roots.

Friday, November 19 At 6 p.m., “Irish Seisiun.” At 9:30 p.m., Eilen Jewell Band.

Saturday, November 20 At 5 p.m., Larry Flint & the Road Scholars. At 9:30 p.m., Ray Corvair.

Sunday, November 21 At 5 p.m., DownDog. At 9:30 p.m., Stumbleweeds.

Monday, November 22 RPMs.

Tuesday, November 23 Josh Lederman.

Wednesday, November 24 Bad Art Ensemble.

Friday, November 26 At 6 p.m., “Irish Seisiun.” At 9:30 p.m., Tullamores.

Saturday, November 27 At 5 p.m., Tom Hagerty. At 9:30 p.m., Kevin Connolly Band.

Sunday, November 28 At 5 p.m., Eilen Jewell Band. At 9:30 p.m., Cranktones.