Collective Soul and Kinky Friedman in Pittsburgh Concerts Tonight; Reel Q Screening ‘While You Weren’t Looking’ (Sun., 10/11/15)

1) Collective Soul’s name comes from a phrase in Ayn Rand’s breakout 1943 novel, The Fountainhead. Randites looking for lyrics dealing with objectivism and ethical egoism will be disappointed. The similarities to the Russian-born American novelist stop at the band name. But rockers looking for some power chords, plus a hook or two, can check out the quintet at their show at Carnegie of Homestead Music Hall. Collective Soul was born in Stockbridge, Georgia. The MTV smash “Shine” propelled both the band and their 1993 debut album, Hints Allegations and Things Left Unsaid, to major success on both the alternative and mainstream charts. They have fared well over the past two decades. In 2001, Dolly Parton covered “Shine” and won a Grammy Award for Best Female Country Vocal Performance. When “Tremble for My Beloved” appeared on the Twilight soundtrack, the group began to count Millennials and not just Gen-Xers as fans. They’re touring in support of their ninth album, See What You Started by Continuing, released this October. King Washington opens. 8 p.m. 510 E 10th Ave., Munhall. (CM)

2) Richard “Kinky” Friedman has always been a renaissance man. After serving two years with the Peace Corps in Borneo, Indonesia, the Kinkster returned to his native Texas and became a country and western singer. He released his debut album, Sold American, in 1973, and in 1975 and 1976, he toured with Bob Dylan. His songs combine social commentary with satire and feature titles too outrageous to mention here. When his music career slowed in the 1980s, he turned to writing detective novels. In 2006, he ran for governor of Texas, placing fourth in a six-person race. He counts both President Bill Clinton and President George W. Bush as friends. His home, Echo Hill Ranch, doubles as a shelter for abused, aging, and stray animals. Now he’s back to music, with the release of The Loneliest Man I Ever Met, his first proper studio album in nearly 40 years. The album is mostly covers. Willie Nelson joins Friedman on Nelson’s own “Bloody Mary Morning.” Kinky is touring in support of the album, with an appearance at Club Cafe. Brian Molnar opens. 8 p.m. 56-58 S. 12th St., South Side. (CM)

3) While You Weren’t Looking—A 2015 release examining the lives of the LGBTQ community in Cape Town, Catherine Stewart directs this film from a script by Vanessa Herman, Amy Jephta, Matthew Krouse, and Nodi Murphy. It’s an ensemble piece offering a new take on life in contemporary South Africa. Part of the 2015 Reel Q LGBT Film Festival. 5 p.m. Festival continues through Octber 17. Harris Theater, 809 Liberty Ave., Cultural District.

Allegheny County Radical Days 2015

SUNDAY, OCTOBER 11

Pittsburgh Zoo & PPG Aquarium

Free admission 9am-5pm (gates close at 4pm)
Combine learning, fun, and exploration with a visit to the Pittsburgh Zoo & PPG Aquarium. Enjoy our newest exhibit, The Islands, along with thousands of animals, including sea lions, leopards, elephants, polar bears, giraffes, and penguins. Sponsored by PPG Industries. At the Water’s Edge exhibit: performance by Calliope Folk Music Society (2pm); take home art withSweetwater Arts Center; raffle activity with Chamber Music Pittsburgh. Please note: Due to the high volume of visitors, expect possible delays on Butler Street and at the Highland Park Bridge.
One Wild Pl. (Highland Park) · pittsburghzoo.org

Senator John Heinz History Center and Western PA Sports Museum

Free admission 10am-5pm
Relive a few classic battles. Enjoy all six floors of this Smithsonian-affiliated museum, presenting American history with a Western Pennsylvania connection. Feel the pride of our region by exploring the lives of Pittsburghers who have changed the world through a variety of engaging exhibitions. Don’t miss the new We Can Do It! WWII exhibition. Performances byAllegheny Brass Band (1pm),  Tuesday Musical Club (2pm), Pittsburgh Youth Chorus/formerly Children’s Festival Chorus (3pm) and South Hills Chorale (3:30pm).
1212 Smallman St. (Strip District) · www.heinzhistorycenter.org

Scott Twp Library and Pittsburgh Public Theater

Free admission 2pm
Pittsburgh Public Theater will offer a hands-on experience for studens aged 7-13 to learn more about the theater and to try their hand at fun improvisation activities. RSVP as space is limited: scottlibrary.org
301 Lindsay Rd. (Scott Twp, 15206) scottlibrary.org ppt.org

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