Albany Events Calendar

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Jan

Thu

Webinar-New York State Real Estate Salesperson Course

8:30 AM to 5:30 PM at Online via Manfred Real Estate Learning Center

Our course is divided into two modules. A 40 hour and a 35 hour. You can do them both in the Live Webinar and Online, work at your own pace, complete one module in the Live Webinar and one module... Event Details

Jan

Thu

Grab-and-Go Clothing, Food & Supplies

10:00 AM to 5:00 PM at New Jerusalem Home of the Saved Church, 160 Sheridan Avenue Albany, NY 12210

Free bagged clothing, lunches, bagged food, coats, and small household items will be available to grab-and-go on January 7, 14, 21, 28, and February 4 from 10AM - 5PM at New Jerusalem Home of the Saved. If you have a... Event Details

Jan

Thu

Lower School Virtual Info Session

10:00 AM to 11:00 AM at Robert C. Parker School (Virtual Event)

Join our Head of School, Laura Graceffa, and Lower School Teachers to learn about Parker's unique Lower School Program for Grades 1-4! Event Details

Jan

Thu

Capital Region Calmare & Massage Ribbon Cutting

11:00 AM at Capital Region Calmare & Massage, 800 New York State Route 146, Suite 492 Clifton Park, NY 12065

The region's first licensed provider of electrical stimulation Calmare treatment for nerve pain, Capital Region Calmare & Massage, is opening its second location in Clifton Park. Event Details

Jan

Thu

Virtual Daytime Book Group: The Dutch House

2:00 PM to 3:00 PM at Online via Zoom

Join us for a casual conversation about The Dutch House by Ann Patchett. New participants are always welcome! This online program uses the Zoom live streaming platform. It will require access to a computer, mobile device with the Zoom app... Event Details

Jan

Thu

Black Veganism

7:00 PM to 8:30 PM at Online via Zoom

This virtual workshop explores veganism from a historical perspective while asking is veganism practiced in Black culture globally? Event Details

Jan

Fri

Artful Albany Scavenger Hunt

Albany, NY

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Check out Downtown's incredible collection of public art for a chance to win great prizes from January 22 - February 1. Event Details

Jan

Sat

Grafton Lakes Cabin Fever 2021

9:00 AM to 4:00 PM at Grafton Lakes State Park, 100 Grafton Lakes State Park Way Grafton, NY 12082

Grafton Lakes State Park and the Friends of Grafton Lakes State Park will host a Cabin Fever event on Saturday, January 23, 2021. Due to COVID-19, we are not able to have our annual Winter Fest event and instead are... Event Details

Jan

Sat

Grab-and-Go Clothing, Food & Supplies

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

Free bagged clothing, lunches, bagged food, coats, and small household items will be available to grab-and-go on January 23 from 12PM - 3PM at New Jerusalem Home of the Saved. If you have a need, stop by, just remember to... Event Details

Jan

Mon

Downtown Schenectady Soup-athon

Downtown Schenectady, Schenectady, NY 12305

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In place of the traditional Soup Stroll, the Downtown Schenectady Improvement Corporation will host the Downtown Schenectady Soup-athon on January 25 - 31, 2021. Event Details

Jan

Mon

Virtual Program: Know the 10 Warning Signs of Alzheimer's Disease

6:30 PM to 7:30 PM at Online from the Alzheimer's Association of Northeastern New York

Learn how to recognize the 10 warning signs of Alzheimer's disease in yourself or someone you know & schedule an appointment with your doctor. An early diagnosis of Alzheimer's provides a range of benefits for the individuals who are diagnosed. Event Details

Jan

Mon

Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library Board of Trustees Virtual Meeting

7:15 PM at Live On YouTube

The library board will hold their monthly meeting by video conference and can be viewed live on our YouTube channel: youtube.com/user/cphpubliclibrary. Event Details

Jan

Mon

POSTPONED: BEARGRASS: Open For Take-Out Virtual Concert Series

8:00 PM to 12:00 AM at The Linda WAMC's Performing Arts Studio, 339 Central Ave Albany, NY 12206

Due to the rise in COVID-19 cases in the Capital District, The Linda has found it necessary to pause their weekly concerts for the rest of January. This concert will be rescheduled to the safest and earliest possible date available. Event Details

Jan

Thu

Grab-and-Go Clothing, Food & Supplies

10:00 AM to 5:00 PM at New Jerusalem Home of the Saved Church, 160 Sheridan Avenue Albany, NY 12210

Jan

Thu

PreK Virtual Info Session

9:00 AM to 10:00 AM at Robert C. Parker School (Virtual Event)

Join the Robert C. Parker School faculty and staff to learn about our unique Pre-K program! Event Details

Jan

Thu

VIRTUAL PROGRAM: COVID Tips for Alzheimer's/Dementia Caregivers

11:00 AM to 12:00 PM at Online via Alzheimer's Association of Northeastern New York

Join us and learn helpful tips for caregiving involving Alzheimer's/Dementia. Event Details

Jan

Thu

Schenectady ARC Supports and Services

12:00 PM at Online via Zoom

New initiatives at Schenectady ARC will be the featured topic of the January 28th Schenectady Rotary Meeting. Event Details

Jan

Thu

Virtual Exhibition Opening | A Sense of Time: The Historical Art of L. F. Tantillo

6:00 PM at Virtual Opening

This virtual opening of the newest exhibition "A Sense of Time: The Historical Art of L. F. Tantillo" will include special guests, exhibition highlights, and more! Event Details

Jan

Thu

CANCELED: Jewelry I

6:00 PM to 9:00 PM at The Arts Center of the Capital Region, 265 River Street Albany, NY 12180

Please note that this series of classes has been canceled. Event Details

Jan

Thu

CANCELED: Intro to Furniture Making

6:00 PM to 9:00 PM at The Arts Center of the Capital Region, 265 River Street Albany, NY 12180

Learn the practical application and basic knowledge of wood using hand and power tools to make standard furniture joinery. Once learned, you will make a Stickley table, Shaker shelves, or a bench perfect for your home. Please note: this class... Event Details

Jan

Sat

Saratoga Chowder Tour 2021

Saratoga Springs, NY 12866

Saratoga Chowderfest is being reimagined for 2021 as a Chowder Tour! The week-long event will take place from Saturday, January 30 - Saturday, February 6, 2021. Event Details

Feb

Mon

Demystifying Shakespeare: The Tempest

6:00 PM at Online via Zoom

Shakespeare Scholar Tom Bulger will lead this six-week workshop. The first session will discuss act one. The following sessions will continue to discuss Shakespeare's The Tempest--one act at a time--with the last session as a general wrap up of the... Event Details

Feb

Mon

DUST BOWL FAERIES: Open For Take-Out Virtual Concert Series

8:00 PM to 12:00 AM at The Linda WAMC's Performing Arts Studio, 339 Central Ave Albany, NY 12206

Join us Live on YouTube for a virtual concert like no other with Dust Bowl Faeries, Monday February 1st at 8 pm. Event Details

Feb

Tue

February Pottery Access Pass

10:00 AM to 3:00 PM at Arts Center of the Capital Region, 265 River St. Troy, NY 12180

02/02/21-02/25/21 | Pottery Access Pass | Tuesdays, Wednesdays, & Thursdays 4pm-8pm | Tuesdays, Wednesdays, & Thursdays 10am-3pm (Members Only) Event Details

Feb

Tue

Online Workshop: Landscape Painting in Acrylic

6:00 PM to 9:00 PM at Arts Center of the Capital Region

Ideal for beginners, this class will help you increase your confidence in painting and learn how to use acrylics. We will be re-creating a landscape painting in acrylics, while learning about acrylic materials and techniques. I will demonstrate each step... Event Details

Feb

Tue

Trivia Night: Two for Tuesday

6:30 PM at Online via Zoom

Join us for virtual Trivia Night. Not as many questions, but the same great fun! 'Alex' and 'Vanna' will be here to ask questions and host the event. This online program uses the Zoom live streaming platform. It will require... Event Details

Feb

Tue

Art Club: Photography

7:00 PM to 8:00 PM at Arts Center of the Capital Region

Focusing on photography concepts and techniques, Art Club participants will discover the world of digital photography. You'll explore the camera and how it works and learn how to tackle photo editing. Throughout the month, young artists will take several walking... Event Details

Feb

Wed

Online Workshop: Beginner Photography 2

4:00 PM to 5:30 PM at Arts Center of the Capital Region

02/03/21-02/24/21 | Online Workshop: Beginner Photography 2, 4 sessions Event Details

Feb

Wed

Journaling for Adults

6:00 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

Feb

Wed

Online Workshop: Winter Painting for Beginners: Snow Shadows

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

Using a variety of painting techniques, students will learn how to create a beautiful winter scene. Late afternoon, snow and pine trees make the perfect combination for long colorful snow shadows. Through a step by step process, learn how to... Event Details

Feb

Thu

Grab-and-Go Clothing, Food & Supplies

10:00 AM to 5:00 PM at New Jerusalem Home of the Saved Church, 160 Sheridan Avenue Albany, NY 12210

Feb

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

Feb

Thu

Online Workshop: Intro to Lightroom

4:00 PM to 5:30 PM at Arts Center of the Capital Region

02/04/21-02/25/21 | Online Workshop: Intro to Lightroom, 4 sessions Event Details

Feb

Thu

Online Workshop: Beginner Photography 2

6:00 PM to 7:30 PM at Arts Center of the Capital Region

02/04/21-02/25/21 | Online Workshop: Beginner Photography 2, 4 sessions Event Details

Feb

Thu

Online Workshop: Introduction to Creative Nonfiction Writing

6:00 PM to 8:30 PM at Arts Center of the Capital Region

How do you see the world? In this class, you will answer that question through studying and writing creative nonfiction's many forms, including: memoir, personal essay, art criticism, and literary journalism. You'll also learn skills specific to creative nonfiction writing,... Event Details

Feb

Fri

Online Workshop: B&W Photography

6:00 PM to 7:30 PM at Arts Center of the Capital Region

02/05/21-02/26/21 | Online Workshop: B&W Photography, 4 sessions Event Details

Feb

Sat

Town of Clifton Park Winterfest 2021

9:30 AM to 4:00 PM at Various Locations, Clifton Park, NY 12065

The Town of Clifton Park is pleased to announce its annual Winterfest. Join your friends and neighbors during this day of fun and excitement in and out of the cold. There will be winter activities, family fun, and more! Event Details

Feb

Sat

To Love A Child Joins the Fun at Winterfest 2021 Clifton Park

11:00 AM to 4:00 PM at Clifton Commons, Vischers Ferry Road Clifton Park, NY 12065

To Love A Child, Inc., a local 501(c)3 nonprofit organization will be participating in the Clifton Park Winterfest 2021 at the Clifton Commons on Saturday, February 6, 2021 from 11 to 4pm. Join us for this event and experience our Safari... Event Details

Feb

Mon

DARK HONEY: Open For Take-Out Virtual Concert Series

8:00 PM to 12:00 AM at The Linda WAMC's Performing Arts Studio, 339 Central Ave Albany, NY 12206

Join us Live on YouTube for a virtual concert like no other with Dark Honey Monday February 8th at 8 pm. Event Details

Feb

Tue

University at Albany MBA for Executives Information Session

10:00 AM to 11:00 AM at Online via Zoom

Contrary to what some may believe, we think there is no better time to pursue an EMBA. To learn how we can help you, register for our online info session. Event Details

Feb

Tue

Crafty Hour: Pottery

5:30 PM to 7:00 PM at Arts Center of the Capital Region, 265 River St. Troy, NY 12180

02/09/21 | Crafty Hour: Pottery | EVENT Event Details

Feb

Tue

Individualized Study in Stained Glass

6:00 PM to 9:00 PM at Arts Center of the Capital Region, 265 River St. Troy, NY 12180

Hone your stained glass skills, address a particular problem you may be having, or make a few new projects. This class is for anyone with at least basic experience working with stained glass, experienced students welcome as well. You will... Event Details

Feb

Wed

Mental Health & Wellness 101 in the Workplace

11:00 AM to 12:00 PM at Online via Mental Health Association in New York State, Inc

Mental Health & Wellness 101 in the Workplace is a 1-hour training that offers a basic understanding of mental health and reframes the conversation about mental health - teaching that we ALL have mental health; it's not just about the... Event Details

Feb

Wed

Online Workshop: Winter Painting for Beginners: Sheep in the Snow

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

02/10/21 | Online Workshop: Winter Painting for Beginners: Sheep in the Snow Event Details

Feb

Wed

Spoon Carving

6:00 PM to 9:00 PM at Arts Center of the Capital Region, 265 River St. Troy, NY 12180

02/10/21-03/03/21 | Spoon Carving, 2 sessions Event Details

Feb

Thu

Forest Floor Weaving

6:00 PM to 9:30 PM at Arts Center of the Capital Region, 265 River St. Troy, NY 12180

02/11/21 | Forest Floor Weaving Event Details

Feb

Fri

Flurry'21: Dancing in the Cloud

Virtual Event

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This February 12-14, let's continue the tradition and gather virtually. Flurry'21: Dancing in the Cloud will include more than 100 Zoom sessions of music, dance, jam sessions, educational workshops, social hours, and much more. It will be the next best... Event Details