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Nov

Tue

VIRTUAL: The 45th Saratoga Holiday Craft Marketplace

Virtual Event

The 45th Annual Holiday Craft Marketplace will be VIRTUAL from November 14-28, 2020. On Saturday, November 28th, vendors will offer specials. The show is free. Please go to our website for a link to the show on our home page.... Event Details

Nov

Tue

Cohoes Virtual 57th Annual Turkey Trot

Location of Your Choice

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The Cohoes Turkey Trot has gone virtual! Keep the tradition alive by running 3.5 Miles anytime, anywhere between Tuesday, November 24th and Saturday, November 28th. Event Details

Nov

Tue

Discover the Night

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Experience nighttime in the Albany Pine Bush with a virtual online event! Enjoy preserve staff and special guest videos featuring our local wildlife, storytelling, community history and more! Play interactive games, download fun activities and nature craft instructions. There will... Event Details

Nov

Tue

Canadian Pacific Holiday Train Virtual Benefit Concert

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Please Note: The dates are estimated - Canadian Pacific will offer a virtual benefit concert this year, with details to be announced soon. Event Details

Nov

Tue

Bariatric Surgery Informational Seminar

6:00 PM to 8:00 PM at Online

Our informational seminars make it easy to learn everything you need to know about bariatric surgery. Event Details

Nov

Tue

Holiday Sparkle 2020 With The Arts Center of the Capital Region

7:00 PM to 9:00 PM at Virtual Event

Join us virtually and make your own holiday wreath with Shanelle Carter-Maddox and learn about different kinds of sparkling wine with Bill Blake of Empire Merchants North. Ticket price includes all materials needed to create your wreath and three bottles... Event Details

Nov

Wed

Virtual Christopher Dailey Turkey Trot

Location Of Your Choice

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The Christopher Dailey Foundation's annual Turkey Trot, which traditionally takes place on Thanksgiving morning, has gone virtual for 2020. Event Details

Nov

Wed

Tipsy Tree Small Wine Bottle Holder Countdown to Xmas!

7:00 PM to 9:00 PM at Canvas, Corks & Forks, 402 Union Street Schenectady, NY 12305

Join us in our Studio or order as a take-home kit! Event Details

Nov

Thu

VIRTUAL: 2020 Troy Turkey Trot

Virtual Event

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The Troy Turkey Trot is a premier road race featuring 5k and 10k distances, among other events. Since its humble beginnings in 1916, when six runners entered, the Troy Turkey Trot has grown into one of the largest and oldest... Event Details

Nov

Fri

2020 Black Friday Saratoga

Downtown Saratoga, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866

Black Friday Saratoga supports "shopping local" on the busiest shopping day of the year. It has become an annual event that hundreds look forward to as an opportunity to get a jump start on their holiday shopping. Event Details

Nov

Fri

Black Friday Super Sale at Viaport Rotterdam

Viaport Rotterdam, 93 West Campbell Road Schenectady, NY 12306

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Don't miss out on the Black Friday Super Sale at Viaport Rotterdam on November 27-28, 2020. Event Details

Nov

Fri

Rudolph's Movie Experience & Pyrotechnics Show

Ellms Family Farm, 468 Charlton Road Ballston Spa, NY 12020

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Join Ellms Family Farm for a Rudolph Experience fit for all ages! Event Details

Nov

Fri

24th Annual Price Chopper/Market 32 Capital Holiday Lights in the Park

Washington Park, Albany, NY 12203

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The 24th Annual Price Chopper/Market 32 Capital Holiday Lights in the Park drive-through runs from November 27, 2020 - January 3, 2021. Event Details

Nov

Fri

Troy Night Out: Homecoming/Black Friday

5:00 PM to 9:00 PM at Downtown Troy, Troy, NY 12180

Troy Night Out is a monthly extended evening that regularly draws visitors onto the streets of Downtown Troy to shop, dine & explore. Event Details

Nov

Sat

Small Business Saturday 2020 in Downtown Albany

Downtown Albany, Albany, NY 12207

Shop Small this holiday season and support the locally owned and operated businesses that make up the fabric of our community. Event Details

Nov

Sat

Small Business Saturday in Downtown Troy

Downtown Troy, Troy, NY 12180

Shop small throughout Downtown Troy because when you do, you make a big difference for our local entrepreneurs and our community. Join us in making this Small Business Saturday one to remember! Event Details

Nov

Sat

Downtown's Shop & Savor smAlbany

Downtown Albany, Albany, NY

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O'Connell & Aronowitz presents Shop & Savor smAlbany, two weeks of promotions celebrating and showcasing downtown Albany's independent businesses this holiday season. This year, it's more important than ever to shop small. As an extension of the annual Small Business... Event Details

Nov

Sat

Tipsy Tree Small Wine Bottle Holder Countdown to Xmas!

4:00 PM to 7:00 PM at Canvas, Corks & Forks, 402 Union Street Schenectady, NY 12305

Join us in our Studio or order as a take-home kit! Event Details

Nov

Sat

Small Business Saturday in Schenectady

9:00 AM to 9:00 PM at Schenectady, NY

Support your favorite small businesses this Saturday, November 28, during Small Business Saturday! Event Details

Nov

Sat

Lark Street Holiday Market

10:00 AM to 7:00 PM at Lark Street, Albany, NY 12210

Visit Lark Street on Small Business Saturday and find one of a kind gifts for everyone on your holiday shopping list. Explore a huge variety of shops, boutiques and services, and find gift cards at dozens of local restaurants, bars... Event Details

Nov

Sat

Holiday Fun at Christmas Land

Christmas Land LLC, 3068 Furbeck Road Altamont, NY 12205

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Come join us for some old fashioned Christmas cheer at Christmas Land in Altamont! Event Details

Nov

Sat

Guilderland Farmer's Winter Market

11:00 AM to 3:00 PM at Guilderland Farmer's Market, 2350 Western Ave. Guilderland, NY 12084

Please stop by & support local businesses & the community at the Guilderland Farmer's Winter Market on Saturdays from Nov. 21st - Dec. 19th. Event Details

Nov

Sat

Grab-and-Go Lunches & Clothing

12:00 PM to 3:00 PM at New Jerusalem Home of the Saved Church, 160 Sheridan Avenue Albany, NY 12210

Free bagged clothing and lunches will be available to grab-and-go on November 28 from 12PM - 3PM at New Jerusalem Home of the Saved. If you have a need, stop by, just remember to practice social distancing and please wear... Event Details

Nov

Sat

Grandma Ceramic Light Up Tree! Just $60! FREE Mamma's Mac!

12:30 PM to 3:00 PM at Canvas, Corks & Forks, 402 Union Street Schenectady, NY 12305

A fun and festive traditional holiday event! Join us in our studio or order as take-home kit! Add Mac N' Cheese or Sangrias to your order!... Event Details

Nov

Sun

Ujamaa Market

2:00 PM to 6:00 PM at Boys & Girls Club of the Capital Area, 21 Delaware Avenue Albany, NY 12210

Clothing, accessories, face masks, cosmetics, handmade crafts, and more will be available for purchase. Event Details

Nov

Mon

Food Drive

10:00 AM to 10:00 AM at Mohawk Honda, 175 Freemans Bridge Road Scotia, NY 12302

Capital Region businesses and organizations are joining in by collecting boxed and canned food to donate to the Schenectady Community Ministries (SICM). Event Details

Nov

Mon

Intent vs. Impact: How to Respond to Unintended Microaggressions

7:00 PM to 8:45 PM at Online via Zoom

This class provides a foundational understanding of implicit bias, microaggressions, and intent vs. impact when talking and interacting with people that are different from yourself. Participants will learn how to change ways of being and how to respond when committing... Event Details

Dec

Tue

Virtual St. Peter's Cardiac & Vascular Center's 2020 Albany Last Run 5K

Albany, NY

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The City of Albany and St. Peter's Cardiac & Vascular Center present the 24th annual Albany Last Run 5K virtually this year! Runners can complete their run during the month of December and then submit their time. Awards for the... Event Details

Dec

Tue

Stained Glass Jewelry Workshop

12:00 PM to 4:00 PM at Arts Center of the Capital Region, 265 River Street Troy, NY 12180

This class has one session that will meet on 12/01/2020 Event Details

Dec

Tue

Brush Calligraphy Basics

6:00 PM to 8:00 PM at Arts Center of the Capital Region, 265 River Street Troy, NY 12180

This class has one session that will meet on 12/01/2020 Event Details

Dec

Tue

Holiday Hoopla

6:30 PM at Online via Zoom

Find holiday movies, music, comics, and TV shows to enjoy on your computer, tablet, or phone. Titles can be streamed immediately or downloaded to phones or tablets for offline enjoyment! This online program uses the Zoom live streaming platform. It... Event Details

Dec

Wed

2020 Saratoga Festival of Trees

Saratoga Springs City Center, 522 Broadway Saratoga Springs, NY 12866

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Catholic Charities of Saratoga, Warren and Washington Counties invites the local community to unwrap the magic of the holiday season at their 25th annual fundraiser - The Festival of Trees - on Wednesday, December 2 through Sunday, December 6, at... Event Details

Dec

Wed

Grandma Ceramic Light Up Tree! Just $60! FREE Mamma's Mac!

7:00 PM to 9:00 PM at Canvas, Corks & Forks, 402 Union Street Schenectady, NY 12305

A fun and festive traditional holiday event! Join us in our studio or order as take-home kit! Add Mac N' Cheese or Sangrias to your order!... Event Details

Dec

Wed

Journaling for Adults

6:00 PM to 7:00 PM at Online via WebEx

Whether it's in a notebook, blog, or sketchpad, journaling can help you lead a whole and fulfilling life, as well as be a way to keep track of goals, your life activities, and dreams. This online program uses the WebEx... Event Details

Dec

Wed

Online Workshop: Winter Painting for Beginners: Evergreens at Sunset

6:00 PM to 8:00 PM at Arts Center of the Capital Region

This is an online class that will meet on 12/02/2020 Event Details

Dec

Thu

Rudolph's Movie Experience & Pyrotechnics Show

Ellms Family Farm, 468 Charlton Road Ballston Spa, NY 12020

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Join Ellms Family Farm for a Rudolph Experience fit for all ages! Event Details

Dec

Thu

2020 Victorian Streetscapes in Saratoga Springs

Downtown Saratoga, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866

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The Saratoga Springs DBA, who has presented the traditional Victorian Streetwalk for the past 33 years, in collaboration with Discover Saratoga, is bringing an enhanced holiday look to Broadway and the downtown area for a month-long celebration called Victorian Streetscapes. Event Details

Dec

Thu

Zoom Practice

12:00 PM at Online via Zoom

Not sure how to attend a virtual library program or connect with others via Zoom? Drop in to practice joining a Zoom meeting, test controls, and ask questions. This online program uses the Zoom live streaming platform. It will require... Event Details

Dec

Fri

24th Annual Price Chopper/Market 32 Capital Holiday Lights in the Park

Washington Park, Albany, NY 12203

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The 24th Annual Price Chopper/Market 32 Capital Holiday Lights in the Park drive-through runs from November 27, 2020 - January 3, 2021. Event Details

Dec

Fri

Tipsy Tree Small Wine Bottle Holder Countdown to Xmas!

7:00 PM to 9:00 PM at Canvas, Corks & Forks, 402 Union Street Schenectady, NY 12305

Join us in our Studio or order as a take-home kit! Event Details

Dec

Fri

Princess Holiday Caroling Visits

Private Homes in the Capital Region, Albany, NY 12224

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Looking for a safe way to celebrate this holiday season? Bring the magic right to your home with a Holiday Caroling visit from FOUR of your favorite princesses! Characters from Hill City Ice Queen will be visiting homes in the... Event Details

Dec

Fri

Medicare 101

10:30 AM at Online via Zoom

Whether you are approaching your initial enrollment for Medicare or you are considering changing plans during open enrollment, this session will help educate you to the basics of Medicare, the options available, deadlines, and potential penalties when deadlines are missed.... Event Details

Dec

Fri

Princess Holiday Caroling Visits

Private Homes in the Capital Region, Clifton Park, NY 12065

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Dec

Fri

2020 Ballston Spa Tree Lighting + Neighborhood Parade

6:00 PM to 9:00 PM at Wiswall Park, Ballston Spa, NY 12020

The Ballston Spa Business and Professional Association will present the 2020 Ballston Spa Tree Lighting + Neighborhood Parade on Friday, December 4, 2020. Event Details

Dec

Fri

37th Annual Dancing in the Woods Virtual Gala

8:30 PM at Online

Albany Med hosts our 37th annual Dancing in the Woods gala to benefit the Melodies Center for Childhood Cancer and Blood Disorders at the Bernard & Millie Duker Children's Hospital at Albany Med. To help Albany Med continue its important... Event Details

Dec

Sat

Holiday Fun at Christmas Land

Christmas Land LLC, 3068 Furbeck Road Altamont, NY 12205

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Come join us for some old fashioned Christmas cheer at Christmas Land in Altamont! Event Details

Dec

Sat

SOLD OUT: Candy Cane Lane Adventure

10:00 AM to 12:00 PM at Clifton Park Elks Lodge, 695 Macelroy Road Ballston Lake, NY 12019

Please note, this event has been sold out. Event Details

Dec

Sat

Annual Schenectady Festival of Trees

Schenectady County Historical Society, 32 Washington Avenue Schenectady, NY 12305

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Celebrate the season as we fill our galleries with lighted fir trees! Decorated from classic to kooky Christmas styles, the Festival of Trees glows with the enchantment of the holidays. Join us throughout December for a shimmering, festive season. Event Details

Dec

Sat

Guilderland Farmer's Winter Market

11:00 AM to 3:00 PM at Guilderland Farmer's Market, 2350 Western Ave. Guilderland, NY 12084

Please stop by & support local businesses & the community at the Guilderland Farmer's Winter Market on Saturdays from Nov. 21st - Dec. 19th. Event Details

Dec

Sat

VIRTUAL: The 15th Annual Santa Speedo Sprint

11:00 AM to 4:00 PM at Virtual Event

The Albany Society for the Advancement of Philanthropy (ASAP), in association with the Albany All-Stars and the Hellions of Troy, is pleased to present Santa Speedo Sprint 15! This year -- it's VIRTUAL! Event Details

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