When: Today until Sat, Apr 14, 2012
| 7:00 AM to 10:30 PM
Where: Delmar to New York City and return
Cost: $45
New York City Bus Trip
- Saturday, April 14, 2012 - sponsored by Delmar Boy Scout Troop 75.
A day on your own in the City for shopping, museums, theater and more.
When: Today until Fri, Feb 24, 2012
| 12:30 PM to 3:30 PM
Where: Schenectady Museum & Suits-Bueche Planetarium
Cost: Activities free with museum admission; add $4 for Planetarium
Spend February Break (Monday 2/20 - Friday 2/24) at the Schenectady Museum! Enjoy special hands-on science activities (12:30 - 2:30PM) and Hidden Power Demos (2:30 - 3:30PM).
When: Today until Thu, Feb 23, 2012
| 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM
Where: Albany Institute of History & Art, Albany, New York
Cost: $60 for nonmembers, $45 for members
9 AM-NOON (ages 6-8), 1-4 PM (ages 9-11). Come explore collage through a variety of art mediums including fiber, assemblage, printmaking, and sculpture.
Cost: Tuition: $60 for non-members; $45 for members for all three days.
9 AM-NOON (ages 6-8), 1-4 PM (ages 9-11) Join us as we stimulate our imaginations to create masterful works of art! In this three-hour drop-off program, students will become familiar with and inspired by the works on view in our galleries.
When: Today until Thu, Feb 23, 2012
| 1:00 PM to 2:30 PM
Where: The Music Studio, 1237 Central Avenue, Albany, NY 12205
Cost: $5 per family
You're invited to come to our Musical FunFest! *Musical Activities *Games *Songs *Instrument Making Tuesday, February 21 1:00 - 2:30pm or Wednesday, February 22 10:00 - 11:30am or Thursday, February 23 10:00 - 11:30am
When: Today until Fri, Feb 24, 2012
| 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM
Where: Windrunner Stables
Cost: $260
Horse Camp is open to students in grades 1-12. Beginners through intermediate riders are welcome. You will ride in an indoor arena and have access to a heated barn facility.
When: Today until Tue, Mar 13, 2012
| 11:00 AM to 12:30 PM
Where: East Line Books
Cost: $65
This 4 week class will cover many aspects of creative writing including writing stories, personal essays, journaling and more. Come and share your work in a fun, nurturing environment. Robyn Ringler, Instructor
The Albany Institute of History & Art is celebrating its 221st anniversary by offering a reduced admission fee of $2.21 to all patrons visiting on February 22. As one of the oldest museums in the United States, the Albany Institute of History & Art was founded in 1791
Where: The Children's Museum of Science and Technology
Cost: 2.00 for non-members
Join us at CMOST to play with your food! Watch as your vegetables change in both size and color with the help of science! Ages 5+. Free for CMOST Members, $2.00 Non-members, plus admission to The Museum. Pre-registration is required.
Where: Different Drummer's Kitchen-Stuyvesant Plaza
Cost: $65.00
The foods and flavors of different countries are showcased in their appetizers and hors d'oeuvres. In this class Erik will take you on a culinary journey of starters.
BlueShield of Northeastern New York wants you to get healthy on the ice! Join us for a skate date at the Empire State Plaza ice rink. No tickets or reservations are necessary so bring your family and friends.
Cost: $12 general public / $10 seniors and UAlbany faculty & staff / $8 students
Striving to let audiences explore and appreciate the genre, this quartet's repertoire features a wide array of jazz styles from originals to standards. The group has been featured on National Public Radio, has performed residencies throughout North American and debuted in New York City at the esteemed "jazz church" of Saint Peter's...
Workshop Description: Not sure how to use Constant Contact? We'll show you! New to Constant Contact Email Marketing? Need a little guidance? In this time-efficient, highly practical ninety (90) minute session
Where: The Children's Museum of Science and Technology
Cost: 2.00 for non-members
Have you ever built a bridge? Join us for this engineering challenge! We will learn some of the concepts behind bridge design and then put our new skills to the test. Who can design the strongest bridge? Whose bridge is the longest? Answer these questions and more in this fun, hands-on building workshop.
Cost: Members - $3 per person, $8 per family. Non-members - $4 per person, $12 per family
Melvin and his assistant Hocus Pocus the Magic Bunny Rabbit will be making a special appearance. This event is for magic lovers of all ages, and is open to the public.
Cost: $5 general public / $2 UAlbany faculty & staff and students
The University Chamber Singers offer a dramatic presentation of the first great oratorio, an early Baroque work. UAlbany voice majors will be featured. Also on the program is J.S. Bach's most lively and briefest motet, "Lobet den Herrn."
Housetraining your new puppy (or new dog of any age) can be one of the most frustrating aspects of owning a dog. Attend this free, one-hour presentation and learn...
Where: Massry Center for the Arts 1002 Madison Ave Albany NY
Cost: $25
An evening of music and conversation with Grammy-Award-winning artist Paula Cole. A question-and-answer portion of the program will take place with the first three rows of seats reserved for Saint Rose students.
When: Thu, Feb 23, 2012 until Sun, Feb 26, 2012
| 8:00 PM
Where: UAlbany Performing Arts Center
Cost: $12 General Public/ $8 UAlbany students & staff
This world premiere production of a new adaptation celebrates the 200th anniversary of Charles Dickens' birth. Orphaned as an infant and thrust into a childhood of cruel poverty, Pip clings to the hope of a brighter life.
Where: The Children's Museum of Science and Technology
Cost: 2.00 for non-members
Have you ever wondered what everything is made of? Join us in this exploration of the tiniest building blocks in the universe. We'll do hands on experiments as we learn about solids, liquids and gases.
PREVIEW NIGHT! SHOP EARLY AND GET THE BEST DEALS!!! 3rd Annual CBA Indoor Yard Sale! Shop inside for thousands of items including furniture, household goods, arts and crafts, toys and games, electronics, business supplies, books, CDs and DVDs, clothing for all ages, tools, sporting equipment, appliances, home d'cor, computer games, baby items, auto supplies, everything you need for you and your family!
Where: Proctors Theater, 432 State Street Schenectady, NY 12305
Cost: $20 & $25, $10 for Students
Scott's lectures have entertained audiences of musicians and non-musicians alike, from pre-teenagers to octogenarians. Once you've attended one of Scott's presentations, you'll never listen to the Beatles or any other music the same way again!
Where: Recital Hall, Performing Arts Center, UAlbany Uptown Campus
Cost: FREE ADMISSION
Directed by John Sayles (United States, 2010, 128 minutes, color, in English, Tagalog, Spanish, and Chinese with English subtitles) Starring Joel Torre, Chris Cooper, Ronnie Lazaro
Where: The Yoga Loft , 540 Delaware Ave , Albany, NY
Cost: $15.00
Come relax with the soothing sounds of Planetary gongs and singing bowls.Wear lose comfy clothing. Bring yoga mats, pillows, blankets, meditation pillows ect.
Winchester & Young will perform at Central Steak on CEntral Avenue in Colonie. These two fantastic musicians deliver a wide range of music from various artists and encourage the crowd to sing along.
Bronte roman's live jazz ensemble will be performing great american jazz standards with a blend of latin fusion. Bistro/bar @74 is a historic boutique hotel celebrating the american art of jazz!
Where: Central Steak 1632 Central Avenue Colonie NY
Cost: FREE ADMISSION
Winchester & Young will once again perform their crowd pleasing music at Central Steak Restaurant on Central Avenue in Colonie NY. Bill Winchester and Van Young are two talented musicians and entertainers that make up the duo known as Winchester & Young, and they deliver a mix of sweet harmonic tones and rock and roll oldies.
Urban Guerilla Theatre is a Poetry/Spoken Word/ Performance artists' collective based in Albany, NY dedicated to reviving, redefining, and revolutionizing spoken word.
Come on out to Zaika's Bar every Friday and Saturday for live music, great drinks and a whole lot of fun. These are all ages shows and there's no cover charge!!!
Where: Times Union Center, 51 South Pearl Street, Albany, NY 12207
Cost: $12
THE 2012 TOURNAMENT, now in its ninth year of a two-division format, will follow a similar schedule to last year?s event held at the Times Union Center.
Where: Normanside Country Club located at 150 Salisbury Road, Delmar, NY
Cost: See Description
Normanside Country Club located at 150 Salisbury Road, Delmar, NY?s newly renovated
ballroom space featuring hors d? oevres, station displays and a cash bar. Four tiers of tickets will be
available: Honorary Committee ($100), Champagne Preview ($50), General ($35) and a Couples
Discount ($30 each, $60 total). Details for each ticket and purchasing information can be found on
our website at www.upstateartistsguild.org
3rd Annual CBA Indoor Yard Sale! Shop inside for thousands of items including furniture, household goods, arts and crafts, toys and games, electronics, business supplies, books, CDs and DVDs, clothing for all ages, tools, sporting equipment, appliances, home d?cor, computer games, baby items, auto supplies, everything you need for you and your family!
Cost: Kids $5 (ages 4-12), Adults $10 in advance / $15 at the door
All proceeds benefit the local chapter of the American Heart Association. Doors open at 8:45am. Zumba from 9:30-11:30am. Admission includes light breakfast and raffle ticket.
If you enjoy our Art for All sessions, then you will love Play for All. Museum educators will be in the galleries during regular museum hours on Saturdays throughout the run of the new exhibition, Kid Stuff: Great Toys from Our Childhood, for drop-in art lessons related to the exhibition. FREE with museum admission.
Where: 7th floor Computer Classroom, New York State Library
Cost: FREE ADMISSION
Senior Librarian Stephanie Barrett will demonstrate the HeritageQuest and Ancestry online databases, both of which are accessible at the New York State Library. Learn how to access Census records, genealogy and history book, maps and other resources included in these databases.
Where: Different Drummer's Kitchen-Stuyvesant Plaza, Albany, NY
Cost: $65
In this class Chef Saso will demystify the art of Japanese cooking. Some of the items you may recognize from traditional Japanese menus, but now you will learn about the art of making these exotic dishes at home.
Where: Albany Institute of History & Art, Albany, New York
Cost: FREE with museum admission
Enjoy a docent-led tour of the Albany Institute's newest exhibitions and permanent collections. Gallery talks are held on select Saturdays (2 PM) and Sundays (3 PM).
Where: McGeary's Irish Pub, 4 Clinton Square Albany, NY
Cost: $20 Suggested Donation
Maggie Zeoli-Delvalle was diagnosed with AML Leukemia in January of 2012. This type of cancer requires her to remain in the hospital while she undergoes chemotherapy.
Come on out to Zaika's Bar every Friday and Saturday for live music, great drinks and a whole lot of fun. These are all ages shows and there's no cover charge!!!
Where: Lansingburg Vets Club on 1st Avenue in Lansingburg Troy NY
Cost: Open to the public-Must be signed in by a member
Winchester & Young will once again perform their crowd pleasing music at the Vets Club on 1st Avenue in Lansingburg Troy NY. Bill Winchester and Van Young are two talented musicians and entertainers that make up the duo known as Winchester & Young, and they deliver a mix of sweet harmonic tones and rock and roll oldies.
When: Sat, Feb 25, 2012 until Sun, Feb 26, 2012
| 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Where: NY State Museum, Empire State Plaza, Madison Ave.
Cost: $4.
Event co-sponsored by Capital District Mineral Club, Inc. and New York Academy of Mineralogy,
New York State Museum. All proceeds to benefit the NY State Museum mineral acquisition fund.
Last fall's powder puff football game raised over $25,000. This year, our teams have seriously "upped the ante" and are shooting for a year-end goal of $50,000! The team drafting and trash talking have already begun, and we're kicking off the action for 2012 with a half-time basketball scrimmage at the Siena Saints' final home game against the Canisius Golden Griffins on Sunday, February 26. Doors open at 1 p.m. Proceeds of tickets sold through this site benefit the Alzheimer's Association of Northeastern New York.
Cost: $12 General Public/ $8 UAlbany students & staff
This world premiere production of a new adaptation celebrates the 200th anniversary of Charles Dickens' birth. Orphaned as an infant and thrust into a childhood of cruel poverty, Pip clings to the hope of a brighter life.
Where: Albany Institute of History & Art, Albany, New York
Cost: FREE with museum admission
Enjoy a docent-led tour of the Albany Institute's newest exhibitions and permanent collections. Gallery talks are held on select Saturdays (2 PM) and Sundays (3 PM). Schedule is subject to change
Come bowl and show your support for our chapter of Little People of America. The proceeds will be used for our regional we are hosting in November for our district. Sunday Feb 26th from 3-5pm, $15.00 a person and includes: 2 hours of bowling and shoes. There is a snack bar with lots of yummy food and an arcade. Please invite your friends!
Cost: $10 (includes 7pm screening of Office Space!)
You are invited to attend a Business-to-Business Exchange Movie Event. Come to the Palace Theatre to make connections and afterwards watch the movie Office Space.
Where: Different Drummer's Kitchen- Stuyvesant Plaza
Cost: $65
You asked and we listened - a class of Mexican classics! Who better to teach this class than Larry Sombke, producer of Larry's Southwestern all-natural Mexican cooking sauces?
Let's make cancer a thing of the past! Do you want to learn how to fight cancer in your community? Join us on Monday, February 27th to learn more about the American Cancer Society and the Relay For Life of Rotterdam!
Where: Recital Hall, Performing Arts Center, UAlbany Uptown Campus
Cost: FREE ADMISSION
The New York State Writers Institute presents an evening with John Sayles, Schenectady native, award-winning director and screenwriter, and author of the new novel, A Moment in the Sun (2011)-a vast and brilliant American epic.
You are invited to attend a Business-to-Business Exchange Movie Event. Come to the Palace Theatre to make connections between 5:30 and 7:30pm and afterwards watch the movie Office Space.
Where: Christ the King Spiritual Life Center ~ CtK Chapel
Cost: FREE ADMISSION
Guest Speaker Pastor Charlie Sweet: "Prophecy - what it is and what it's not!" He and his wife Sharon, facilitate marriage conferences, prophetic gatherings and leadership training sessions in many churches.
Please join Local Care Midwifery, PLLC and BirthNet NY for a screening of "Explore Your Options: Doulas, Birth Centers and C-Sections." This is a new film from the makers of The Business of Being Born.
Where: Palace Theater, 19 Clinton Avenue Albany, NY 12207
Cost: $25, $35, $45
Nickelodeon's Big Time Rush will be hitting the road for the "Better With U Tour." Fans will be able to see the music and TV sensations, on hiatus from their hit series, as they embark on their first-ever headlining multi-city concert tour.
Master, award-winning fiddler (formerly of Irish supergroup 'Danu') Jesse Smith and guitarist/singer, Ryan McGiver, team up for an evening of Traditional Irish dance music and song.
When: Tue, Feb 28, 2012 until Wed, Feb 29, 2012
| 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM
Where: Capital Bauer Office, 500 New Karner Road, Albany, NY 12203
Cost: $150.00 per person
This one-and-a-half day course will consist of: Safety and Training Provisions, Occupational Health and Environmental Controls, Personal Protective and Life Saving Equipment
Where: Different Drummer's Kitchen-Stuyvesant Plaza
Cost: $69
Join Jaime Ortiz in his continued tour of international cuisine as he explores the world of Korean barbeque. This centuries old way of cooking has gained popularity and can now be executed in your kitchen.
Cost: $12 General Public/ $8 UAlbany students & staff
This world premiere production of a new adaptation celebrates the 200th anniversary of Charles Dickens' birth. Orphaned as an infant and thrust into a childhood of cruel poverty, Pip clings to the hope of a brighter life.
Where: Van Schaick Island Country Club, 201 Continental Avenue, Cohoes
Cost: $12
Join us as Cohoes Mayor John McDonald delivers his 13th annual state-of-the-city address for the city of Cohoes. Mayor McDonald will review projects and efforts completed in 2011 and projects that lie ahead in 2012.
Workshop Description: Rich Hoult from Integral ONE Network Solutions discuss important Information Technology issues that affect the costs of running a business, strategies to reduce those costs, and recommendations for improving reliability and safeguarding of important information.
Where: The Century House, 997 New Loudon Road, Latham, New York
Cost: $50
Join us on March 1st at the Century House for the 7th Annual Warmth of Wine , a wine tasting event hosted by Umbrella of Colonie to help low income seniors on fixed incomes pay their ever increasing home heating bills or repair inefficient heating systems.
The New York State Writers Institute presents a reading by Shalom Auslander, ex-Orthodox Jew, humorist, cultural renegade, and contributor to NPR's This American Life. Hope: A Tragedy (2012), Auslander's first novel, tells the story of a troubled man who discovers-living
This world premiere production of a new adaptation celebrates the 200th anniversary of Charles Dickens' birth. Orphaned as an infant and thrust into a childhood of cruel poverty, Pip clings to the hope of a brighter life.
Where: Albany-Colonie Regional Chamber of Commerce, Five Computer Drive South, Albany, NY
Cost: $20
Internationalizing your website is a valuable (sometimes overlooked) step in opening your business for international business development. Update your current website by adding simple changes that make it appealing to international visitors as well as your domestic ones.
When: Thu, Mar 1, 2012 until Sun, Mar 4, 2012
| 8:00 PM
Where: Cohoes Music Hall, 58 Remsen Street, Cohoes, NY
Cost: $15-$20
College sweetheart and homecoming queen Elle Woods doesn't take no for an answer. So when her boyfriend, Warner, dumps her for someone serious, Elle puts down the credit card, hits the books, and heads for Harvard Law School!
As part of the arts walk that showcases the thriving and lively art scene in downtown Albany, the Albany Institute will be open for extended hours with complimentary admission. For more information: call (518) 463-4478. This event is FREE and open to the public.
The Scotia-Glenville Pipe Band is proud to announce their Fifth Annual Celtic Jam '12 at 7:00 p.m. on Friday, March 2, 2012 in the Scotia-Glenville High School Auditorium, Scotia, New York.
This world premiere production of a new adaptation celebrates the 200th anniversary of Charles Dickens' birth. Orphaned as an infant and thrust into a childhood of cruel poverty, Pip clings to the hope of a brighter life.
You've seen the movie, and you've thrown the toast. Now, expand your Rocky Horror experience with a live performance by Albany's own shadowcast troupe, The Whip It Outskirts!
Come on out to Zaika's Bar every Friday and Saturday for live music, great drinks and a whole lot of fun. These are all ages shows and there's no cover charge!!
When: Fri, Mar 2, 2012 until Sat, Mar 3, 2012
| 7:00 PM to 2:00 AM
Where: Townsend Park
Cost: FREE ADMISSION
Join people who are homeless, elected officials and community members for at least one hour in the park to raise money to house homeless people and to help HAC's Outreach Van.
Where: Country Acres Farm and Pet Center, 730 Saratoga Road (Rt. 50), Burnt Hills, NY 12027
Cost: Free Dog Adoption Clinic
Come and meet some of the many available pets that are being fostered and looking for a forever home. We also encourage interested people to join us in the rewarding work that rescue offers.
If you enjoy our Art for All sessions, then you will love Play for All. Museum educators will be in the galleries during regular museum hours on Saturdays throughout the run of the new exhibition, Kid Stuff:
The 2012 Hannaford Kidz Expo will fill the Convention Center with thousands of children and their families for a jam-packed day of entertainment, retail sales, information, activities and fun.
Where: Washington Avenue Armory Sports & Convention Arena, Albany, New York
Cost: Adult tickets are $10 in advance; $12 the day of. Children <12 are $4.
Join AASRD for Erin Go Brawl!! The Lucky Lassies will take on the Sassy Shamrocks in our second Intraleague Bout of the season on Saturday, March 3rd. Doors open at 6pm with live music from Sumac.
Share the beautiful restoration of the eba Theater after devastating water damage.
Meet the Company Artists you have long admired onstage. Take home a personalized autographed photo.
Where: The Egg, Center for the Performing Arts, Empire State Plaza, Albany, New York
Cost: $34.50
Martin Sexton is a down-home virtuoso with a voice that can groan like an alternative rocker, slide like a soul man or leap up to a pearly falsetto. Martin will perform solo and acoustic at The Egg.
Maya Stone will be appearing in concert for DMO Music and Creative Arts on Saturday, March 3, 2012 -8:00 pm (Doors open at 7:40pm) at the Recital Hall at SUNY Albany.
Where: Old Songs Community Arts Center, Voorheesville
Cost: $10
Contra dance to live music by Fennig's All-Stars sith caller Sandy LaFleur. No partner needed. Please bring clean, soft-soled shes to protect the wood floor.
This world premiere production of a new adaptation celebrates the 200th anniversary of Charles Dickens' birth. Orphaned as an infant and thrust into a childhood of cruel poverty, Pip clings to the hope of a brighter life.
Come on out to Zaika's Bar every Friday and Saturday for live music, great drinks and a whole lot of fun. These are all ages shows and there's no cover charge!!!
You are Invited, Sunday, March 4th, 2012. For Birch Hill's 76th Anniversary and our 11th year of this Bridal Show. Come and win prizes! Grand Prize a $15,000 Wedding Catering Package by Birch Hill, plus many more...
Sundays at the Center present Irish Step Dancing with members of the Farrell School of Irish Dance. Celebrate Saint Patrick's Day just a couple of weeks early with this very special opportunity.
Where: Proctors Theater, 432 State Street Schenectady, NY 12305
In this New York Times bestseller by Sue Monk Kidd, set during the Civil Rights Movement, a young girl's search for the truth about her mother leads her to three beekeeping sisters and the discovery of the real meaning of family.
Pianist Duncan Cumming joins conductor Christopher Neubert and the University-Community Symphony Orchestra in a performance of Saint-Sa?ns' delightful work of musical portraits depicting various animals which will be accompanied by original poetry and art by young people from the community.
Where: New York State Museum, 264 Madison Avenue, Albany, NY
International Women?s Day is a holiday celebrated globally on March 8th to mark the economic, political and social accomplishments of women. Women gather to acknowledge both our progress and our struggles.
Where: Sidney Albert Albany Jewish Community Center
Cost: Contact JCC
Come to the Albany JCC Purim Carnival at 340 Whitehall Road, Albany NY! Event takes place on Thursday, March 8, from 5:30-8 PM. Games, food, and fun for the entire family!
Join us during our free Family Moonlight Cross Country Ski evening at the Vischer Ferry Nature Preserve when snow conditions permit. everyone is invited to participate and must bring their own ski equipment.
Where: Recital Hall, Performing Arts Center, UAlbany Uptown Campus
Cost: FREE ADMISSION
The New York State Writers Institute presents a reading by Masha Gessen, Moscow-based journalist, and author of the new book, The Man Without a Face: The Unlikely Rise of Vladimir Putin (2012).
Each year, the Chamber's Annual Dinner brings out a 1,000 leaders in business, government, education and the community. Join us for this gala event as we continue the tradition of celebrating the individuals and institutions making history and shaping Tech Valley's future.
When: Today until Sat, Dec 29, 2012
| 10:00 PM to 2:30 AM
Where: Cilla Valenti Pub, 729 Pawling Avenue, Troy, NY
Cost: Free
Come to Villa Valenti Pub on Pawling Ave in Troy, NY every Friday & Saturday Night and enjoy free karaoke, dance music and music videos courtesy of mobile / wedding DJ Kenny Casanova.
When: Today until Sun, May 20, 2012
| 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Where: Albany Institute of History and Art
Cost: Standard Admittance Rates
George Washington-farmer, military hero, founding father of the United States. He is our best known president and doubtless our most pictured president. In life, Washington gained the respect and admiration of his countrymen.
When: Today until Sat, Jun 30, 2012
| 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Where: Albany Institute of History and Art
Cost: Standard Admittance Rates
Since its invention, glass has been a critical medium for almost every field and purpose, ranging from elaborate fine art work to practical household items and everything in between.
When: Today until Sun, Feb 26, 2012
| 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Where: Albany Institute of History and Art
Cost: Standard Admittance Rates
On the Civil War home front and on the battlefields, Albany residents played key roles in providing for the medical care of the sick and wounded. The exhibition examines the medical concerns and necessities of the war through the objects, photographs, broadsides, and letters.
When: Today until Sun, Mar 4, 2012
| 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Where: Albany Institute of History and Art
Cost: Standard Admittance Rates
Slinky's, Wooly Willys, Whee-los, Magic Eight Balls, Magic Yo-Yo's, Etch A Sketch, Spirographs, Colorforms, Matchbox' Cars, PEZ Dispensers, LEGO's, Erector sets, Lionel Trains, Tonkas, Hot Wheels, Frisbee's, G.I. Joes, BarbieTM Dolls, Tinker Toys, Lincoln Logs, and Mr. Potato Head brought hours of fun and entertainment to kids throughout the 1950s and 60s
When: Today until Sun, Mar 25, 2012
| 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Where: Albany Institute of History and Art
Cost: Standard Admission
Before F. W. Woolworths', or Whitney's, or even Myer's department store in Albany, there was Pease Great Variety Store located in the Temple of Fancy at 518 Broadway. From the 1840s to the 1860s Pease's store was something of an upscale "Five and Dime," where Albany families could purchase fancy goods, toys, household items, children's books, and games.
PLEASE HELP us to raise money for families devastated by Hurricane Irene. This is an online fundraiser and these products are great gift giving ideas. Rada Manufacturing will donate 40% of the profits
When: Today until Fri, Mar 2, 2012
| 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM
Where: Clifton Park-Halfmoon Library, 475 Moe Road, Clifton Park, NY
Cost: FREE ADMISSION
The Friends of the Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library Community Scholarship program has been established by the Friends to assist deserving students in realizing their educational dreams.
When: Today until Sat, Mar 3, 2012
| 7:30 PM to 8:30 PM
Where: All Saints on the Hudson, Stillwater
Cost: $10 per class (discounts offered)
Are you looking to start 2012 off on the right foot? Are you stuck in an exercise rut? Are you looking for a positive, healthy change? Come check out Boot Camp classes with Evolution Fitness.
When: Today until Sat, Mar 3, 2012
| 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM
Where: Sidney Albert Albany Jewish Community Center, 340 Whitehall Road, Albany, NY 12208
Cost: Free to JCC Members/$10 for JCC Guests
Teens, ages 13-17, can spend Saturday nights at the JCC playing sports and hanging out with friends. Events begin January 14, 2012 through March 10, 2012, from 7-9 PM at the Albany JCC
When: Today until Thu, May 31, 2012
| 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Where: Samuels WiFi Cafe - Alplaus, NY
Cost: FREE ADMISSION
Sue Clarks gorgeous American Western Photography Show is January 14th - May 31st, 2012, at Samuels, a Wi-Fi cafe, at 258 Alplaus Avenue, Alplaus, NY. See cowboys and girls, horses, and Navajo Code Talkers of WWII.
When: Today until Wed, Feb 22, 2012
| 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Where: East Line Books
Cost: $150
For Beginners-Advanced Instructor: Robyn Ringler. This class for adults will cover memoir and fiction. Please bring 6 copies of a creative writing piece to class up to 1000 words. During class, we will critique your piece in a supportive environment and discuss the elements of fiction and memoir.
Fighting Arthritis has never been so easy?or delicious. The Arthritis Foundation of Northeastern NY announces the formal partnership with New Skete Kitchens with the commencement of a fundraising campaign.
When: Today until Wed, Feb 29, 2012
| 7:30 PM to 9:00 PM
Where: Maimonides School 404 Partridge St Albany, NY 12208
Cost: 65 for six week course, first class free
Money Matters will present Judaism's approach to practical economic dilemmas and monetary quandaries that we face daily in both our personal and professional lives.
When: Today until Thu, Feb 23, 2012
| 11:00 AM to 12:30 PM
Where: East Line Books, 1714 Route 9, Clifton Park, New York
Cost: $65
In this class, you can work on ongoing projects or start new short stories, personal essays, journals, blogs or do other types of writing. We will study how editing and revision can enhance your writing
When: Today until Sun, Feb 26, 2012
| 2:30 PM to 3:30 PM
Where: Schenectady Museum & Suits-Bueche Planetarium
Cost: FREE with Museum admission
Thursdays - Sundays in February. Explore energy, electricity generation and efficiency with Museum educators at this new program developed by the Franklin Institute and the Penn State Center for Nanoscale Science.
When: Today until Sat, Mar 3, 2012
| 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM
Where: Strolling Village Artisans, Ballston Spa
Cost: FREE ADMISSION
Vignettes on RED a mixed media exploration by michele merges martens Opening Reception, Friday, February 3, 2012, 6pm - 9pm As part of Ballston Spa's First Friday Celebrations Strolling Village Artisans presents "vignettes on RED"
When: Today until Sun, Feb 26, 2012
| 12:30 PM to 1:00 PM
Where: Schenectady Museum & Suits-Bueche Planetarium
Cost: FREE ADMISSION
Saturdays & Sundays in February.
Have an explosive visit with this bonus educational opportunity! Learn all about light waves at this educator-led science demo.
Where: Summer Camps in the Adirondacks and Catskills
Cost: $350/ week
The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation has 4 summer camps in New York State. Two in the Adirondacks, one in the Catskills and Camp Rushford in Western New York.
When: Today until Wed, Feb 29, 2012
| 2:00 PM to 6:00 PM
Where: Sorelle Gallery, Stuyvesant Plaza,, 1475 Western Avenue, Albany
Cost: FREE ADMISSION
Sorelle Gallery is honored to present " Below the Bassline", Works on Jazz by Wren Panzella. These new compositions pull the viewer into the kinetic embodiment of JAZZ through Panzella's bold mark making while using abstract multipoint dimensions.
When: Today until Sun, Mar 4, 2012
| 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM
Where: 509 Moe Road, Clifton Park, NY
Cost: FREE ADMISSION
Mother Teresa Academy in Clifton Park is hosting two Open House events for prospective students and their families. On Sunday, February 12th and Sunday, March, 4th from 1pm - 3pm families are invited to tour the school and meet the principal, teachers and staff.
When: Thu, Feb 23, 2012 until Thu, Mar 15, 2012
| 11:00 AM to 12:30 PM
Where: East Line Books, 1714 Route 9, Clifton Park, New York
Cost: $65
In this four week class, students can work on ongoing projects or start new short stories, personal essays, journals, blogs or do other types of writing.
When: Thu, Feb 23, 2012 until Thu, Mar 15, 2012
| 11:00 AM to 11:30 PM
Where: East Line Books, 1714 Route 9, Clifton Park, New York
Cost: $65
In this four week class, students can work on ongoing projects or start new short stories, personal essays, journals, blogs or do other types of writing. We will study how editing and revision can enhance writing and we'll focus on the elements of writing
This is the story of how four blue-collar kids became one of the greatest successes in pop music history. They wrote their own songs, invented their own sounds and sold 175 million records worldwide ? all before they were 30!
When: Tue, Mar 6, 2012 until Tue, Apr 3, 2012
| 5:30 PM to 7:00 PM
Where: East Line Books, 1714 Route 9, Clifton Park, New York
Cost: $100
Instructor: Janine De Tillio Cammarata. Participants will received autographed copy of Warriors Within: Book One of the Fianna Cycle Do you find that your mind often floats away to another realm?
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