Exhibition Opening
Concept Art Gallery presents “Vanessa German: Citizen Art” from 6-8 p.m. at 1031 S. Braddock Ave., Swissvale. This exhibition features the iconic mixed media sculptures of award winning sculptor, photographer and poet Vanessa German. She uses various objects that speak to history of the African-American experience, women and more. The exhibit will be showcased through Feb. 8. There will be a special procession from Homewood to Concept Art Gallery on Jan.11 at 2 p.m. For more information, call 412-242-9200 or visit www.conceptgallery.com.
Jazz Jam
CJ’s Restaurant & Lounge presents “The Roger Humphries & RH Factor Jazz Jam Session” at 8 p.m. at 2901-2911 Penn Ave., Strip District. There will be live jazz and fun every Thursday night. Must be 30 years or older and there is a dress code that will be enforced. No tennis shoes, sweats, or athletic gear. For more information, call 412-642-2377.
Friday 10
Jazz at Andys
Andys Wine Bar presents Jazz at Andys from 8 p.m.-12 a.m. at 510 Market St., Downtown. Every Tuesday through Saturday enjoy local musicians performing from the great American songbook, while celebrating the legacy of Pittsburgh jazz and experiencing an eclectic world of music and fresh surprises. This event is free and open to the public. The evening’s guest will be Spanky Wilson. For more information, call 412-773-8884 or email info@andyswinebar.com.
Saturday 11
Pittsburgh Collects
The Silver Eye Center for Photography presents “Pittsburgh Collects” at 1015 E. Carson St., South Side. The exhibit showcases 75 selected works contributed by an anonymous photography collector, along with Evan Mirapaul and Graham Shearing. This will be the last showing. At 2 p.m. there will be a special conversation and closing reception with Mirapaul. The even is free and reservations are required, seating is limited. For more information, email eabeyta@silvereye.org or visit www.silvereye.org.
Monday 13
Savoy Jazz
Savoy Restaurant presents a Special Savoy Jazz Event from 5-9 p.m. at 2623 Penn Ave., Strip District. Every Monday guests can enjoy live jazz in a sophisticated atmosphere with the Roger Humphries Trio and a special guest. The special guest will be vocalist Judi Figel. For more information, call 412-281-0660 or visit www.savoypgh.com.
Tuesday 14
JazzLive
BNY Mellon, the Pittsburgh Cultural Trust and others present JazzLive at 5 p.m. at the Backstage Bar at Theater Square, Penn Ave., Cultural District. Every Tuesday guests can celebrate a decade of jazz in the Cultural District and enjoy hot jazz from some of the most talented musicians. The evening’s featured entertainer will be Dwayne Dolphin. For more information, call 412-456-6666 or visit www.trustarts.org.
Wednesday 15
Nationality Rooms
The University of Pittsburgh presents its annual Nationality Rooms Holiday Exhibit from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. at the Cathedral of Learning, 4200 Fifth Ave., Oakland. Through Jan. 17, various classrooms displaying different nationalities will be adorned with its traditional holiday decorations reflecting their ethnic heritages. Individuals will have the opportunity to visit each room and learn about the different backgrounds. Tours are available. For more information, call 412-624-6000 or visit www.nationalityrooms.pitt.edu.
Monday 20
Exhibit Opening
The PNC Legacy Project presents its “Celebrating Black History Month” Exhibit from 11 a.m.-3 p.m. at the 600 Liberty Ave., Downtown. The exhibit honors the contributions of celebrated and everyday Pittsburghers, along with documenting the city’s transformation over the past 200 years. The exhibit will include touch screen timelines, oral histories, touch screen panels displaying historic images and more. The exhibit is free and open daily to the public. For more information, call 412-762-3380.
