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Best bets: Jan. 26-29

Thursday, Jan. 26:

Another Bicentennial arts exhibit opens today. “100 Years of Art: Celebrating Columbus’ Legacy” makes its debut at the Ohio Arts Council’s Riffe Gallery downtown. The exhibit features a variety of media and artistic styles in an attempt to present a sense of how the city’s arts community has changed over the years. It runs through April 15. oac.state.oh.us/riffe

The Tony Award–winning musical, Fiddler on the Roof, comes to the McCoy Center for the Arts tonight only at 7:30 pm as part of its North American tour. mccoycenter.org

 

Friday, Jan. 27:

The Columbus Jazz Orchestra celebrates a legend with “Hit the Road, Jack: The Music of Ray Charles.” This two-night performance is at 8 pm Fri. and Sat. at the Lincoln Theatre and features guest artists Roger Hines and Sarah Morrow. jazzartsgroup.org/columbus-jazz-orchestra

 

Saturday, Jan. 28:

The American Lung Association brings the Fight for Air Climb to the Rhodes Tower this weekend. You can register as a walk-in the day of, or just stop by to watch as climbers tackle 880 steps over 40 floors. lungusa.org/pledge-events/oh/columbus-climb-fy12

Winter Jam comes to Value City Arena. Get your Christian rock on, Sat. only at 6 pm. No tickets necessary; just show up and pay $10 at the door to see Sanctus Real, Kari Job, Group 1 Crew and more, including the headlining band, Skillet. And if you have kids, bring ’em; VeggieTales’ Bob the Tomato and Larry the Cucumber will make a special appearance. schottensteincenter.com

 

Saturday, Jan. 28-29

Head to the Expo Center for the Art Studio Clearance Sale, where artists are selling overstock, items with slight imperfections and regular merchandise at a reduced price. Snag a great new piece to complete your home décor, or add to your collection. The sale takes place Sat. from 10 am to 5 pm and Sun. from noon to 5 pm. ohiocraft.org

Emma Frankart

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