This classic musical love story is filled with unforgettable characters, lavish sets and costumes, and dazzling production numbers including Be Our Guest and the beloved title song.
Where: The Children's Museum of Science and Technology 250 Jordan Road Troy, NY 12180
Cost: $50.00 members $75.00 non members
A five week session for pre-schoolers that provides parents and children ages 2 to 4 the opportunity to discover the wonders of science in an exciting and stimulating environment.
Bring your pre-schooler to our monthly program where we introduce children to the museum through story time, exploring an item from the collection and participating in a hands-on activity.
The Llama Garden is an educational, entertaining and fun children's program. Children learn about sheep, llamas, alpacas, angora bunnies, and life on the farm.
Learn how: to identify and qualify potential trade partners in Russia; and understand Russian business culture. Build bridges with our Russian Sister City and how this can lead to business - the twenty-one year experience of the Albany-Tula Alliance.
Where: Proctors Theater, 432 State Street Schenectady, NY 12305
The Henry Schaffer TheatreTalk series offers pre or post-performance arts discussions, around select shows and performances, to ticket buyers free of charge.
In preparation for the 2013 exhibition GE Presents: The Mystery of the Albany Mummies, the Albany Institute has partnered with libraries in our region to learn what people want to know about mummies and ancient Egypt.
You've seen the show, now experience 1st hand the thrill and excitement of the auction. Up to 10 units will be stocked, staged and ready for sale. All proceeds benefit Young Life of the Capital Region.
In preparation for the 2013 exhibition GE Presents: The Mystery of the Albany Mummies, the Albany Institute has partnered with libraries in our region to learn what people want to know about mummies and ancient Egypt.
Students in Middle School and High School compete in various events such as; calf roping, goat tying, pole bending, team roping and bull riding, just to name a few. Visit our web site for the complete 2011-2012 rodeo schedule and locations.
The hottest looks from local designers! On May 18, 2012 dont miss the third annual Electric City Couture Fashion Show, which will highlight both new and already established Capital Region fashion designers.
Cost: $20 General, Students/Seniors $15, eba Students $12
The company will perform the Shaker Dances with several community members as well as a Passion Play about the lives of the Shakers and Ann Lee -the founder of the Shakers
Where: Times Union Center, 51 South Pearl Street, Albany, NY 12207
Cost: $30 - $75
Joe DeGuardia?s Star Boxing returns to the Times Union Center in Albany, New York with ESPN2?s Friday Night Fights on Friday, May 18th. Tickets go on sale Thursday, April 5th at 10am.
Where: Queensbury Dome, 326 Sherman Avenue, Queensbury, NY
Cost: $9; children 16 & under admitted free with paid adult admission
The Adirondack Living Show? is a 3-day celebration of camps, Adirondack art, and rustic living. It will be held at it's regular springtime home within The Adirondack Sports Complex (The Dome), May 18 - 20, 2012. Friday 1-8, Saturday 10-6, Sunday 10-3.
When: Fri, May 18, 2012 until Sun, May 20, 2012
| 7:30 PM
Where: eba Theater
Cost: $20 Adults $15
Albany,NY---Maude Baum and Company Dance Theatre will begin the Company's40 Anniversary Celebration with their Ruby ( jewel for 40 ) Spring Salon Concert Series at the eba Theater
Where: 8th and Eagle Streets, Troy, NY (1 block from Hoosick St/Rt 7)
Cost: FREE ADMISSION
Plant sale featuring unusal, high-quality perennials, annuals and heirloom veggies from Behns Wholesale Nursery, which are not available in retail locations.
Where: The Children's Museum of Science and Technology 250 Jordan Road Troy, NY 12180
Cost: $50.00 members $75.00 non members
A five week session for pre-schoolers that provides parents and children ages 2 to 4 the opportunity to discover the wonders of science in an exciting and stimulating environment.
Entertainment, Food, Vendors;
Big Selection of seeds and seedlings;
Book sale, Silent Auction, Reduce/Reuse/Recycle sale;
Bouncy-bounce and children's activities.
Where: The New York State Library, Cultural Education Center, 222 Madison Avenue, Albany, NY 12230
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.
We are delighted to announce the Grand Opening of HeartSpace Midwifery, PLLC on May 19 from 11am-4pm at 406 Fulton Street, Suite 513, Troy, New York. We invite you to meet the experienced and loving midwives, explore our beautiful space with the photographic work of Katherine Wright, view a special documentary by filmmaker Bhawin Suchak, and enjoy food offered by our favorite local restaurants.
Art Omi invites the community to bring their homemade kites for a kite parade in The Fields Sculpture Park at Omi International Arts Center. Join us for kite making and flying. Bring a picnic and enjoy the park.
Patrick J. Quinn, FAIA, Professor Emeritus of Architecture at RPI will be speaking.
Modern architecture is generally characterized by simplification of form and creation of ornament from the building's structure and theme.
The Albany Figure Skating Club's award-winning Achilles Edge Synchronized Skating Team will hold a "Skate With The Synchro Team" event on Saturday, May 19, 2012 from 3:30 pm to 5:00 pm at the Clifton Park Ice Arena (16 Clifton Common Blvd., Clifton Park). This event is designed to introduce interested figure skaters to the exciting sport of synchronized skating. Skaters of all ages and abilities are welcome. The event is free to participants, and prior synchronized skating experience is not required.
Where: The Childrens Museum of Science and Technology 250 Jordan Road Troy, NY 12180
Cost: Children: $30.00 per child Adults: $15 per adult. If you are registering eight or more children one adult chaperone per ever
Meet the animals of the Operation W.I.L.D. exhibit and investigate their habitats to see how their physical and behavioral adaptations help the animals survive.
Comedy On The Edge is proud to present the Return Of Frank Vignola from Comedy Central. Frank came to Albany this past winter and delivered a sell out, standing ovation performance that left everyone laughing for days and awaiting his return.
With such hits as "If You Could Read My Mind," "Sundown," and "The Wreck of the Edmund Fitzgerald," few singer/songwriters have given as much quality material to the medium as Canadian-born troubadour Gordon Lightfoot.
Where: Northern Lights, Rt 146W, North Country Commons, Clifton Park, NY
Cost: $25 Adv/ $28 Day of Show
Rap's first lady, the Queen B, perfroms live in Clifton Park, NY. The Return of the Queen musical journey hits Northern Lights on Saturday, May 19 at 8:30 pm.
When: Sat, May 19, 2012 until Sun, May 20, 2012
| 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM
Where: SportsPlex of Halfmoon
Cost: $8.00 reg $7.00 seniors
Show and sale of antique, sporting and investment firearms, knives, swords, reference books, ammunition, holsters and accessories. All State and Federal laws are observed. Any purchase of a modern firearm must go through an FBI background check.
The Arthritis Walk? is the signature fundraising event for the Arthritis Foundation. But it's not just an event, it's a celebration of year-round movement to help prevent and treat arthritis.
Where: Dutchess County Fairgrounds, Rhinebeck, NYP
Cost: $25 per person / Free for kids 12 and under
Join Walk Chairperson, Christy Molinaro, County Executive Marc Molinaro and their family on a ?stroll? and help raise awareness and funds for the Epilepsy Foundation of Northeastern NY.
Where: The Children's Museum of Science and Technology 250 Jordan Road Troy, NY 12180
Cost: Ages 6+ Free for CMOST Members, $2.00 Non-members, plus admission to The Museum.
Have you ever dreamt of creating your own super hero? Here's your chance to make your dream come true! Participants will work to create a super hero concept and then make a climbing guy that can climb to the top of the museum!
Learn the ancient art of Quilling. Quilling or paper filigree is an art form that involves the use of strips of paper that are rolled, shaped, and glued together to create decorative designs.
In conjunction with the exhibition, Great, Strange and Rarely Seen, opening April 14, renowned portrait miniatures scholar Elle Shushan will speak at the Institute. Shushan has worked with outstanding museum collections, including the Metropolitan Museum of Art, the Cleveland Museum of Art and the Yale University Art Gallery. FREE with museum admission.
Collective Soul will begin a national U.S. tour to give concertgoers a much-anticipated treat: they will perform their 1999 platinum album Dosage in its entirety, a fan-favorite that includes major hits like "Heavy", "Run", and "Tremble For My Beloved".
The Troy 100 Forum is a twice annual meeting where prominent members of the business and political community gather to discuss Troy NY?s business, political, community, educational, religious, and cultural topics of public concern.
Where: Appletini's Cafe, 1118 Central Avenue, Albany NY
Cost: First Meeting is FREE
Action Investor Network will hold its monthly REI meeting on Monday, May 21, 2012 at 6:15 p.m. at Appletini's Cafe, 1118 Central Avenue, Albany, NY. This meeting is open to ALL investors, realtors, brokers, contractors - ANYBODY involved in the real estate industry. Please join us. FIRST MEETING FREE - Tell them "Babs" sent you!!!
Where: Proctors Theater, 432 State Street Schenectady, NY 12305
Cost: FREE ADMISSION
MVP Health Care invites all Capital Region residents and visitors to attend a free noontime organ concert featuring "Goldie" -- Proctors mighty Wurlitzer Organ on the Mainstage at Proctors.
We have the jeans to fit your genes! Come in for a personalized custom fitting and our Denim Expers will help you discover true love with your NEW favorite pair of jeans.
Fork it Over to End Hunger is a food and beverage tasting to raise support on behalf of the 40,000+ individuals who use food pantries and soup kitchens in the Capital District each month, to access necessary meals and nutrition that their families otherwise cannot meet with their monthly incomes.
Where: Times Union Center, 51 South Pearl Street, Albany, NY 12207
This once-in-a-lifetime electrifying production combines Michael Jackson music and choreography with Cirque du Soleil creativity to give fans worldwide a unique view into the spirit, passion and heart of the artistic genius who forever transformed global pop culture
Helping to Build the Tech Region of Tomorrow; What Will be Your Role As a Young Professional. As Tech Valley evolves into the next phase of development, find out how you will fit in.
When: Tue, May 22, 2012 until Fri, May 25, 2012
| 6:00 PM to 10:00 PM
Where: Halfoon Town Hall
Cost: FREE ADMISSION
The Gillette Carnival Midway comes to the Halfmoon Town Hall this year. 20% of all ride tickets sold goes to The American Cancer Society Relay For Life event to be held at the Shenendehowa High School on June 8th. Family fun - rides - food -fun!
Celebrate the 30th Anniversary of the Hunger Action Network of NYS with great food samplings from area chefs including Noah Sheetz Head Chef for the Executive Mansion. Live music, silent auction. Stay tuned for ticket pricing, sponsorship opportunitites, venue, and so forth.
Join Environmental Advocates of New York and the New York Water Rangers at Brown's Brewing Co. to celebrate the Empire State's award-winning water and beer!
Where: Village Pizzeria & Ristorante 2727 Rt 29 Middle Grove NY 12850
Cost: $40 per person
Enjoy an evening of wine & food with silent auction to support our walking team Toast to the TaTa's. To learn more about the Avon breast Cancer Walk visit Avonwalk.org
Country music icon Glen Campbell performs his classic songs such as "Gentle on my Mind", Wichita Lineman" , Rhinestone Cowboy", "Galveston" and "By the Time I Get to Phoenix" as part of his "Farewell Tour". Instant People, featuring Cat & Ashley Campbell will open the show.
When: Fri, May 25, 2012 until Wed, May 30, 2012
| 5:00 PM to 5:00 AM
Where: NYC
Cost: FREE ADMISSION
The Thrill Seekers, will take on the personal challenge and Ride on their bicycles From New York City all the way to what is known the Windy City of Chicago, to promote awareness and raise funds for the Children Relief Fund.
Start at South Street Naval Memorial with Memorial Service at Low Sreet after parade. Submariners will be dedicating sub vets memorial after parade memorial service. Sponsored by VFW Post 358 and American Legion Post 234.
Don't miss the 2012 Inaugural New York Rock & Walk fundraiser. This hope inspiring event will be on Saturday, May 26, 2012 at the Crossings of Colonie in Loudonville, NY from 10 am - 1 pm.
Where: The New York State Library, Cultural Education Center, 222 Madison Avenue, Albany, NY 12230
Cost: FREE ADMISSION
The New York State Library is a treasure chest of resources for those tracing their family histories. Join us for a tour highlighting published genealogies.
Where: Bethlehem Grange 24 Bridge Street Selkirk NY 12158
Cost: $3 +
Bethlehem Grange Annual Sub Sale to raise funds to support low income children attend summer camp.
6 inch sub - 3$
12 inch sub - 5$
desserts, sides, drinks 0.50-0.75
Adults and children of all ages are welcome to drop in at the Albany Institute on select Saturdays and Sundays to explore history and art through creativity. View works of art in our galleries and then join in art-making activities in the studio. FREE with museum admission.
SATURDAYS 1-4 PM | MAY 5, 12, 19, 26
Where: The City of Blessings 736 3rd Avenue, Troy,NY 12182
Cost: $5.00
Join us on the 4th Saturday of every month for an evening of music, inspiration, laughter and food! If you're a singer, dancer, poet, gospel rapper or a comedian we want to hear you!!!
When: Sat, May 26, 2012 until Mon, May 28, 2012
| 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM
Where: Sterup Square 2113 NY 7, Troy, NY 12180
Cost: FREE ADMISSION
The Animal Support Project will hold its annual Tag Sale in their huge tent, just east of Sterup Square. Books, movies, toys, tools, household items, sporting equipment and much more will be available.
The Animal Support Project helps animals and their owners through tough times.
When: Sun, May 27, 2012 until Fri, Jun 1, 2012
| 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM
Where: 21 British American Blvd, Latham, NY
Cost: $399.00
Learn and develop skills in creating interactive eLearning content using Captivate. Learn how to build content from start to finish, including software demonstrations, simulations and quizzes, and discuss publishing options.
Course Length: 16 hours
Parade starts at Patridge Street and Central Avenue and continues east on Central to Washington Avenue to North Hawk Street. Reviewing stand at State Education Building on Washington Avenue.
When: Tue, May 29, 2012 until Sun, Jun 3, 2012
| 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Where: Albany Institute of History & Art
Cost: FREE with museum admission
Each year student work is displayed at the Albany Institute and at the schools. In 2012 the students will be making bright, colorful, three dimensional book forms known as accordion books. This year's exhibition of student books will be on view at the Albany Institute of History & Art May 29 through June 3 during New York State Museum week. FREE with museum admission. First Floor Atrium
Small businesses everywhere are becoming conscious about how they are perceived by their customers, prospects and competitors. Previously a game reserved for the big players with resources to design elaborate plans, now even small businesses can play and succeed in building better brand image and a good reputation.
Where: Colonie Central High School, Mark Cornell Auditorium
Cost: FREE ADMISSION
The Memorial Concert Band of Colonie will present its first ever POPS concert. Music Director and Principal Conductor Doug Dougherty returns to the podium to lead the band in the final concert of the 2011 - 2012 season. The repertoire will be an exciting mix of marches, latin selections, show tunes, and big band music.
Lunch and learn training workshop - network, eat and learn new skills. All are welcome. Lunch is included in the cost. A training workshop scholarship for each session will be donated to The Women's Employment & Resource Center's students.
Where: Temple Beth Emeth, 100 Academy Road, Albany
Jerusalem Day will be a creative, interactive, and fun taste of Jerusalem with the participation of more than 40 organizations, activities for all ages and much more!
Where: eba the Theatre, 351 Hudson Avenue, Albany, NY
Cost: $10.00 per person
Capital Pride Singers is a group of 40 women and men who celebrate diversity in their music and is the only LGBT chorus in upstate New York. They perform in many venues with a goal of celebrating the various gifts of people in their music. They were founded in 1996 and are a not-for-profit organization.
Mountain Jam is a four-day, multi-stage music festival, featuring approximately 60 bands on 4 stages in one of the Northeast?s most pristine natural amphitheaters.
When: Thu, May 31, 2012 until Sun, Jun 3, 2012
| 9:00 AM
Where: The Joyful Quilter
Cost: $5.00
Join us for the Tenth Annual Quilters' Quest Shop Hop! Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday May 31, June 1, 2, & 3, 2012. The bags go on sale February 1, 2013!
When: Thu, May 31, 2012 until Sun, Jun 3, 2012
| 5:00 PM to 12:00 PM
Where: McConchies Heritage Acres
Cost: $5 - $31 Kids Free
Celebrating 40 years this year, the Adirondack Bluegrass League hosts it's annual live music festival at a beautiful campground with over 20 live bands! Great camping and family entertainment. Stage shows all day - Field jamming encouraged all night! Bring your instruments.
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.
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 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.
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 Sat, Sep 1, 2012
| 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM
Where: Top Form, Clifton Park, NY
Cost: $15 (Call to learn about our discounts)
Meet local mommies and have some fun bonding with your baby at Mom & Baby Fitness Classes! Children between the ages of seven weeks to three years are welcome to join you as you participate in exercises specific to new moms that incorporate your child as part of the workout.
When: Today until Tue, May 22, 2012
| 6:30 PM to 7:30 PM
Where: Malta Community Center, One Bayberry Dr, Malta, NY
Cost: $71 for Malta Residents, $78 for Non-Residents
Tai Chi promotes internal strength, physically, mentally and emotionally. The moving exercises are performed slowly allowing students to experience the benefits.
When: Today until Mon, Jul 23, 2012
| 7:30 PM to 8:30 PM
Where: Language Learning Institute, 5 Herbert Drive, Letham
Cost: FREE ADMISSION
If you have studied Italian and want to deepen your knowledge about the Italian culture and sharpen your speaking skills in Italian come and join our low intermediate Italian Class every MONDAY NIGHT at the Language Learning Institute.
When: Today until Sun, Aug 26, 2012
| 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Where: Albany Institute of History & Art, Albany, New York
Cost: General Admission
The exhibition Great, Strange, and Rarely Seen places on view the little known but truly magnificent collections from the Albany Institute. Stunning Chinese lacquer, intricately carved Japanese netsuke, and eighteenth-century English porcelain statuettes
When: Today until Tue, Jun 5, 2012
| 5:15 PM to 8:45 PM
Where: Dale Carnegie of NENY 3E Johnson Road Latham NY
Cost: $1,725
Dale Carnegie Training is celebrating its 100th Anniversary! Join us for Session 1 at no charge and decide if this is the course for you. You can increase your value by increasing your skills in the areas of Communications, Interpersonal Relationships, Self-Confidence, Stress Reduction and Leading Others.
When: Today until Wed, Jun 6, 2012
| 10:00 AM to 10:45 AM
Where: Blue Sky Music Studios
Cost: $120
Romper Rhythms is a music class for children and their parents/guardians. The purpose of this class is to experience fun and positive emotions with song, musical instruments, and dance.
When: Today until Thu, Jun 7, 2012
| 10:30 AM to 11:15 AM
Where: Blue Sky Music Studios
Cost: $120
Romper Rhythms is a music class for children and their parents/guardians. The purpose of this class is to experience fun and positive emotions with song, musical instruments, and dance.
An exhibit and sale of artwork by a rotating group of member artists representing the Schenectady Art Society. A membership application form and more information is available at the Schenectady Art Society website.
Whether you have completed several 5K's or never completed one before, Baby Boot Camp's 8-week program will give you the tools you need to safely complete a 5K with our walk : jog interval training program.
When: Today until Sat, May 26, 2012
| 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM
Where: Albany Institute of History & Art
Cost: FREE with museum admission
EVERY SATURDAY IN MAY!
Adults and children of all ages are welcome to drop in at the Albany Institute on Saturdays to explore history and art through creativity. View works of art in our galleries and then join in art-making activities in the studio. FREE with museum admission.
SATURDAYS at 2 PM: MAY 5, 12, 19, 26
SUNDAYS at 3 PM: MAY 6, 13, 20, 27
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, please call (518) 463-4478 to confirm. FREE with museum admission.
Champions Suite Seating at Yankee Stadium: Four Front Row Seats in Section 12 - next to the ball boy, between first and right field, so bring your glove!
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On Monday May 21, join in the community conversation and find out what the future holds for Troy, NY!
June 2 & 3 and 9 & 10, you can tour 15 spectacular homes, showcasing the latest design trends & technologies in residential construction.
One of the world's largest all-women road races returns to Albany on June 2, 2012 
Mark your calendars! The Parade steps off at 9:30am on Monday, May 28.
Albany news and politics commentary by Jonathan Mazur - feel free to comment and voice your own opinions!
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