6:15–9:15pm | GBH Studios
The Thing About Love
"There's total trust. There's high adventure." Andrew Stern prepares for 2026's first GBH Jazz Night
Andrew Stern is a Boston-based guitarist and composer, teaming up with legendary local bassist John Lockwood for a performance at the Boston Public Library on Thursday January 8th at 5:30.
Music & Culture Events
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In PersonOutspoken Saturdays (February 2026)
The GBH BPL studio will host Outspoken Saturdays, a spoken word poetry event for emerging artists. Every first Saturday of the month, the series will be created in collaboration with spoken word artist Amanda Shea. Join us!
Registration is encouraged for this free event. -
In Person
GBH Jazz Night with Devon Gates (Boston Public Library)
GBH Jazz Nights welcomes Tree Greetings, the acoustic duo of bassist/vocalist Devon Gates and guitarist Ria Modak. Blending jazz, Hindustani, folk, and other traditions, their ruminative compositions strike a balance between melancholy and romance. Their debut single, Shisha (April 2025), is streaming now. They’ve performed across Boston, New York, and most recently toured Mumbai, India. A debut album arrives in 2026. Named one of The New York City Jazz Record’s “Up and Comers of the Year” in 2024, Devon Gates is an Atlanta-born bassist, vocalist, and award-winning composer now based in Brooklyn. Gates is a graduate of Harvard and Berklee. Ria Modak, a guitarist, composer, and historian from New York, is pursuing a PhD at Brown on music and nationalism in India, after completing the Harvard/NEC dual degree program.
GBH Jazz Nights showcase the incredible range of jazz talent in the Greater Boston area. The series is co-hosted by JazzBoston and GBH Music, taking place on the second Thursday of every month from September through May. Tickets are free, but registration is encouraged. Seating is limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis, so arrive early! By registering, you agree to receive email communications from GBH Music.
GBH Jazz Nights are made possible by the Goldstein Family Fund. -
Event
Valentine's Day Soirée
Back by Popular Demand — Two Nights Only!
After selling out the last two years, we're back. This time for two unforgettable nights.
Join GBH for our annual Valentine’s Day Soirée featuring craft cocktails, local treats, and LIVE storytelling on the set of Stories from the Stage. Whether you come with a date, a group of friends, or on your own, this is a night designed to celebrate love in all its forms: tender, complicated, funny, and unforgettable.
Choose the night that fits your vibe—or make it a full weekend V-Day celebration.
🩷 INCLUDED WITH YOUR EVENING...- Complimentary artisan cocktails.
- Sweet and savory treats from local vendors.
- A seat on the set of Stories from the Stage.
- LIVE, intimate storytelling in GBH’s Calderwood Studio.
- Complimentary parking (with validated parking ticket).
🩷 FROM FIRST SIP TO FINAL STORY...
Event schedule (both nights):- 6:15 PM – Doors open to GBH’s Atrium for a complimentary reception.
- 7 PM – Seating begins in GBH’s Calderwood Studio.
- 7–9:15 PM – Studio production of Stories from the Stage.
🩷 BRING YOUR VALENTINE...OR DON'T
This soirée is for everyone (21+ years of age):- A date night with your partner
- A Galentine’s night out with friends
- A fun evening with your favorite people
- Singles who love a great story
- Anyone who’s ever loved (or tried)
We ♥︎ Our Vendors
* Programming subject to change based on production’s needs and requirements. Each night will feature a select variety of our vendors above. Love may be ageless, but this soirée isn’t—guests must be 21+ with valid ID.
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Culture in the News
Mister Mike’s Merry Mix 2025: A year of wacky and wonderful holiday music escapism
Our annual review of Mike Wilkins' holiday-music playlist.
More Culture Programs
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Episode 4020, Season 40<br> Trapper's Retreat
Nicholas Hankins paints an old trapper's cabin on the banks of an icy, winding river. -
Episode 4044, Season 40<br> Barn at Sunset
Bob Ross paints a big old barn in a snowy setting of frostbitten foliage. -
Episode 4046, Season 40<br> The Old Mill
You will be captivated by this Bob Ross creation or an old mill! -
Episode 4021, Season 40<br> Lonely Retreat
Bob Ross creates a snow-bound cabin at sunset using blue effets.
