Happy Thursday, Everyone! Here are the Capital Weekend events for this weekend! Know of anything else that may be going on? Email me or comment below. Have a great weekend!
Ongoing Events
Albany
WHEN: Fri, May 20, 2011 | 7:30 AM to 11:30 AM
WHERE: Siena College, Sarazen Student Union, Loudonville, NY
COST: $55 for Chamber members, $69 for non-members
Looking for new strategies to spur business growth? Dont miss the Bright Ideas Conference on Friday, May 20th. This high-octane half-day event features workshops and a keynote address to bring you and your business new growth.
WHEN: Today until Sat, May 21, 2011 | 7:00 PM
WHERE: eba Theater- corner of Lark St. & Hudson Ave. , Albany
COST: $25. general, $15. student/senior, $12.
Spring Salon Concert Performed by Maude Baum and Company Dance Theatre
Rensselaer
C’leste Boursier-Mougenot: untitled (Series #3) + index (v.4)
WHEN: Today until Thu, Sep 1, 2011 | 12:00 PM to 6:00 PM
WHERE: Experimental Media & Performing Arts Center
COST: FREE ADMISSION
Glasses and bowls touch as they float through pools of water. The fragile sounds of this chance music combined with music created from the building’s network activity that plays on two computer-controlled pianos in EMPAC’s lobby.
WHEN: Today until Sun, May 22, 2011 | 8:00 PM to 10:30 PM
WHERE: Cohoes Music Hall, 58 Remsen Street, Cohoes, NY
COST: $25-$35
A rich playboy heads West to foreclose on a small town’s music hall, falls in love with the local post mistress, and produces a Broadway extravaganza to save the town.
Saratoga
”True Grit” – Western themed photography show
WHEN: Today until Sat, May 28, 2011 | 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM
WHERE: Saratoga Arts Members Hall Saratoga Arts- 320 Broadway, Saratoga NY
COST: FREE ADMISSION
Photography Sue Clarks western themed photography show, “True Grit,” will be featured in the Saratoga Arts Members Gallery Hall at Saratoga Arts, 320 Broadway, during the month of May.
WHEN: Fri, May 20, 2011 | 10:00 AM to 11:30 AM
WHERE: The Children’s Museum at Saratoga, 69 Caroline Street Saratoga Springs, NY 12866
COST: Free with Museum admission, drop-in
Kids can crawl through tunnels, walk the balance beam, roll bolls, toss bean bags, and make music with all kinds of instruments. This is a great opportunity to meet new friends and get some exercise!
Singles Tennis Challenge Ladder
WHEN: Today until Tue, Aug 30, 2011 | 1:00 PM to 1:00 AM
WHERE: Southern Saratoga County
COST: N/A
Singles Tennis Challenge Ladder-Southern Saratoga County A competitive singles tennis challenge ladder for men and women. Sign up today! No dues.
Schenectady
Notre Dame – Bishop Gibbons School
WHEN: Today until Fri, Jun 24, 2011 | 8:30 AM to 2:30 PM
WHERE: 2600 Albany Street
COST: FREE ADMISSION
Notre Dame – Bishop Gibbons School Educating Students in Grades 6-12 for over 50 years. Tours of the School are offered daily 8:30am- 2:30pm.
WHEN: Today until Sun, May 22, 2011 | 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM
WHERE: Indian Ladder Farms, 342 Altamont Road, Altamont, NY
COST: $5
Chicks, Ducklings, Turkey Poults, Lambs, Goats, Calves… See, pet and learn about baby farm animals! Visit our Farm Animal Learning Center and learn about animal products and animal care.
Invention Convention 2011 @ Schenectady Museum
WHEN: Today until Thu, May 26, 2011 | 12:00 PM to 5:00 PM
WHERE: Schenectady Museum & Suits-Bueche Planetarium
COST: FREE with Museum admission
Invention Convention is an annual statewide competition for Capital District students, grades K through 8, who submit an original idea to solve a problem they have encountered in their lives.
FETCH! Lab: Hang Time @ Schenectady Museum
WHEN: Thu, May 19, 2011 until Sun, May 22, 2011 | 3:00 PM to 4:30 PM
WHERE: Schenectady Museum & Suits-Bueche Planetarium
COST: FREE with Museum admission
Build and race your own whirligig at the Schenectady Museum & Suits-Bueche Planetariums FETCH! Lab.
Friday, May 20th
Albany
Albany Legends vs USA All Stars
WHEN: Fri, May 20, 2011 | 7:00 PM
WHERE: Christian Brothers Academy, 12 Airline Dr, COlonie, NY 12205
COST: $12 adults, $8 students, under 5 free
Professional Basketball, International Basketball League and 2010 IBL Champions!
WHEN: Fri, May 20, 2011 | 7:00 PM
WHERE: Albany-Saratoga Speedway, 2671 US Route 9, Malta, NY
COST: Adults $10, Seniors 62+ $9, Students 13-16 $5, Kids $3, Tots Free
Stock car racing sanctioned by the NASCAR Whelen All-American Series. Five different divisions of stock cars every Friday night.
WHEN: Fri, May 20, 2011 | 7:00 PM to 10:00 PM
WHERE: Blu Stone Bistro, 661 Albany Shaker Road Albany, NY 12111
COST: FREE ADMISSION
Come see Out of the Box Live
Rensselaer
Saratoga
WHEN: Fri, May 20, 2011 until Sun, May 22, 2011 | 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM
WHERE: Clifton Park-Halfmoon Library, 475 Moe Rd, Clifton Park, NY
COST: FREE ADMISSION
The Friends of the Clifton Park-Halfmoon Library will hold their Spring Used Book Sale the weekend of Fri, Sat and Sun, May 20, 21 and 22. Paperbacks and childrens books are $.50; Hard covers $1.00; VHS Tapes $1.00; CDs/DVDs $2.00 and up;
Spirit of Preservation Celebration
WHEN: Fri, May 20, 2011 | 6:00 PM to 10:00 PM
WHERE: The Saratoga City Center, 522 Broadway Saratoga Springs, NY
COST: $55 members/$65 non-members
Please join the Saratoga Springs Preservation Foundation in honoring Jeff Pfeil, Tom Lewis and the Willard J. Grande Family at the 9th Annual Spirit of Preservation Celebration on Friday May 20, 2011 from 6-10pm.
A Musical Shabbat – Listen to the Music of the Night!
WHEN: Fri, May 20, 2011 | 7:30 PM
WHERE: Congregation Shaara Tfille and The Jewish Community Center of Saratoga Springs
COST: FREE ADMISSION
Congregation Shaara Tfille and The Jewish Community Center of Saratoga Springs, located at 84 Weibel Avenue in Saratoga Springs, is pleased to announce that Rabbi/ Cantor Kenneth Blatt will conduct and perform a Musical Shabbat on Friday, May 20th at 7:30pm.
Schenectady
Electric City Couture Fashion Show
WHEN: Fri, May 20, 2011 | 7:00 PM to 9:00 AM
WHERE: Proctors GE Theatre, Schenectady, New York
COST: FREE ADMISSION
Second Annual Electric City Couture Fashion Show. Highlights New and Established Local Designers Friday. May 20. 2011 / 7:00 PM | Proctor’s GE Theatre
12-Step Weekend for Men and Women in Recovery – Relationships in Recovery
WHEN: Fri, May 20, 2011 until Sun, May 22, 2011 | 7:45 PM to 11:30 AM
WHERE: Dominican Retreat and Conference Center, 1945 Union Street, Niskayuna, NY 12309
COST: $185 (age 65 and over $170)
Guest Director: Dr. Pat Allen is a licensed Marriage, Family, and Child Therapist and member of the National American Marriage, Family Therapists and American Psychological Association
Saturday May 21st
Albany
ZZ Top & Lynyrd Skynyrd at the Times Union Center
WHEN: Sat, May 21, 2011
WHERE: Times Union Center, 51 South Pearl Street, Albany, NY 12207
The Rebels and Bandoleros tour stops in Albany and bring a performance by legends: ZZ Top & Lynyrd Skynyrd at the Times Union Center.
Wildflower Walk – Ann Lee Pond Preserve
WHEN: Sat, May 21, 2011 | 9:00 AM to 10:30 AM
WHERE: Heritage Lane, Colonie
COST: FREE ADMISSION
Saturday, May 21, 9:00am – 10:30am at Ann Lee Pond Nature & Historic Preserve, Colonie. Description: A leisurely 90-minute walking tour at the preserve along the woodland paths to identify blooming wildflowers.
Rummage Sale and Electronic Recycling
WHEN: Sat, May 21, 2011 | 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM
WHERE: New Covenant Presbyterian Church, 916 Western Ave
COST: FREE ADMISSION
Electronic Recycling Event and Rummage Sale – Safely dispose of computers, printers, cell phones, pagers, copiers, pdas, scanners, laptops, speakers, batteries, for free
LupineFest 2011: Explore Galore through Arts and More!
WHEN: Sat, May 21, 2011 | 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM
WHERE: Albany Pine Bush Discovery Center, 195 New Karner Road, Albany
COST: FREE ADMISSION
Join us for our fifth annual Lupine Festival on Saturday May 21st from 10 am -4pm. Help us celebrate the blooming lupine, Karner blue butterfly and Preserve through the arts.
WHEN: Sat, May 21, 2011 | 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM
WHERE: Corning Preserve (Boat Launch Parking Area)
COST: Free!
In partnership with the the Albany Police Department [APD], the Albany Police Athletic League [PAL], Inc. is delighted to announce the 2nd Annual Family Bike Rodeo to observe National Bike Month.
Skip Parsons’ Riverboat Jazz Band
WHEN: Sat, May 21, 2011 | 12:00 PM to 3:00 PM
WHERE: Best Western/ Sovereign Hotel, 1229 Western Ave, Albany NY
COST: $35 per person
Skip Parsons’ Riverboat Jazz Band will present a New Orleans Jubilee a-la Mardi Gras at the Best Western/Sovereign Hotel. Join us for this special event – Fat Tuesday style
WHEN: Sat, May 21, 2011 | 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM
WHERE: Dutch Apple Cruises, 141 Broadway, Albany 12202
COST: $17.95
Come take a scenic trip down the Hudson River, narrated by our very own Hudson River Historian. Sight Seeing Cruise from 1-3 PM, boarding at 12:30 PM. Cash bar and snack bar available.
National Kids to Parks Day: Ridgefield Park/playground Play Date
WHEN: Sat, May 21, 2011 | 1:00 PM
WHERE: Ridgefield Park, 316 Partridge St, Albany, NY
COST: free
May 21st is National Kids to Parks Day, The National Park Trust wants everyone to have an American park experience and we are inviting every family in America to visit a national, state or local park and play outdoors.
Albany Legends vs USA All Stars
WHEN: Sat, May 21, 2011 | 1:00 PM
WHERE: Christian Brothers Academy, 12 Airline Dr, Colonie NY 12205
COST: $12 adults, $8 students, under 5 free
Professional Basketball, International Basketball League and 2010 IBL Champions! NOTE AFTERNOON START TIME!
WHEN: Sat, May 21, 2011 | 3:00 PM to 7:00 PM
WHERE: 6980 NW Highway 20
COST: Free
Spend a wonderful afternoon of Wine, Cheese & Live Music out on the farm!
Albany All Stars Roller Derby Bout
WHEN: Sat, May 21, 2011 | 6:00 PM
WHERE: Washington Avenue Armory Sports & Convention Arena, Albany, New York
COST: $12 at the door
This isnt couples skate at your local rink – this is roller derby! There will be fishnets, hard hits and fast skating, what more could you ask for on a Saturday night? See our website for more information.
WHEN: Sat, May 21, 2011 | 5:00 PM to 10:00 PM
WHERE: Blu Stone Bistro, 661 Albany Shaker Road, Albany , NY
COST: 4 Course – $27/$47(with pairing) 6 Course – $35/ $55(with pairing)
Water Wonders Camp In at CMOST
WHEN: Sat, May 21, 2011 | 7:00 PM
WHERE: The Children’s Museum of Science and Technology
COST: $5.00 admission
Imagine living in a world of water, meet CMOST’s animals and explore how behaviors on land affect the water world. This Camp-In meets the Girl Scout requirements for the Water Everywhere Try-It and the Water Wonders Badge.
WHEN: Sat, May 21, 2011 | 8:00 PM
WHERE: The Egg @ Empire State Plaze, Albany, NY
COST: $29.50 (advance), $34.50 (day of show)
Dave Attell was named one of the ?25 Funniest People in America? by Entertainment Weekly Magazine. His caustic wit, rapid-fire delivery and his choice of material that can best be described as “very adult” has earned him the reputation as a “comic’s comic.”
WHEN: Sat, May 21, 2011 | 4:00 PM to 9:00 PM
WHERE: Troy Masonic Hall, 39 Brunswick Road, Troy, NY
COST: $10
Mas Salsa Que Tue Dance Company, Salsa footwork and styling (co-ed) 4pm-5pm Music by DJ Frankie, Free Pizza & Performance at 7pm
WHEN: Sat, May 21, 2011 | 9:00 PM to 11:30 PM
WHERE: Pearl Street Pub, Albany, NY
COST: $15
Reservations will be taken untill 8:45pm, after 8:45 reserved tables will be lost.
Rensselaer
WHEN: Sat, May 21, 2011 | 6:30 AM
WHERE: Uncle Sam Lanes, Troy NY
COST: $35 at the door, $30 if you register in advance
The Third Annual Knock Down ALS. An evening of bowling fun on May 21st, 2011 @ Uncle Sams Lanes in Troy, NY to benefit the St. Peters Hospital ALS Regional Center, in memory of Denise Bouchard.
The Sand Lake Center for the Arts presents Thomasina Winslow
WHEN: Sat, May 21, 2011 | 8:00 PM to 10:00 PM
WHERE: Sand Lake Center for the Arts
COST: $16 and under 18 $10
The Sand Lake Center for the Arts presents Thomasina Winslow in concert on Sat., May 21 at 8pm. Thomasina Winslow is an Acoustic (Country) Blues artist born and raised in the Hudson Valley Region of New York State with her musical family.
Saratoga
WHEN: Sat, May 21, 2011 | 10:00 AM
WHERE: The Horseshoe Inn, Saratoga Springs, New York
COST: $25 Rider, $15 BBQ
Motorcyclists will gather for a Motorcycle Run and Awareness Fair in Saratoga Springs, NY. Educators and Correction Officers collaborated on this event to bring awareness to the motorcycle community.
Bowling-For-Scholars and Gutterball Bash
WHEN: Sat, May 21, 2011 | 11:00 AM to 10:00 PM
WHERE: The Strike Zone, 32 Ballston Ave., Saratoga Springs,NY
COST: $75 a ticket. Cash bar
3RD Annual Bowling-for-Scholars (11am-7pm) and Gutterball Bash Cocktail Party (7 pm on) on Saturday, May 21st at the Strike Zone, 32 Ballston Ave. Saratoga Springs to benefit Saratoga Sponsor-A-Scholar.
WHEN: Sat, May 21, 2011 | 6:30 PM to 11:30 PM
WHERE: Burton Hall, Route 40, Easton, NY
COST: $15 suggested donation
Rural Soul Productions presents the “Burton Hall Hootenanny” on Saturday, May 21st at Burton Hall on Route 40 in Easton. Doors open at 6:30 p.m.; music starts at 7:00 p.m.
Colleen Pratt & Peg Delaney duo
WHEN: Sat, May 21, 2011 | 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM
WHERE: Panza’s Restaurant, 510 Route 9P Saratoga Springs, NY 12866
COST: FREE ADMISSION
Spring into May Entertainment at Panza’s Jazz, Swing & Standards An incredible musical duo that will impress, excite and dazzle.
Jays Bar and Grill – Live Blues
WHEN: Sat, May 21, 2011 | 9:00 PM
WHERE: Jays Bar and Grill, 430 Geyser Road, Ballston Spa, NY
COST: FREE ADMISSION
Collette & The Mudcats is a powerhouse rockin blues band, with an authentic roadhouse sound. Offering a strong set list of contemporary, traditional and swamp blues music, theres something for all blues lovers to enjoy.
Schenectady
Little Wonders of Science: The Very Hungry Caterpillar @ Schenectady Museum
WHEN: Sat, May 21, 2011 | 11:00 AM to 11:45 AM
WHERE: Schenectady Museum & Suits-Bueche Planetarium
COST: FREE with Museum admission
Introduce children ages 3 to 5 to the science with Eric Carle’s The Very Hungry Caterpillar and a fun craft. Advance registrants receive a FREE book and materials to continue the study of science at home
Science Discovery Demos: Physics Fun! @ Schenectady Museum
WHEN: Sat, May 21, 2011 until Sun, May 22, 2011 | 12:00 PM to 12:30 PM
WHERE: Schenectady Museum & Suits-Bueche Planetarium
COST: FREE with Museum admission
Have an explosive visit with this bonus educational opportunity! Have fun with physics at this educator-led science demo.
Sunday May 22nd
Albany
WHEN: Sun, May 22, 2011 | 3:00 PM
WHERE: 19 Clinton Avenue Albany, NY 12207
COST: Adults $25 / Children $12.50
Experience an unforgettable night of magic & illusion with one of the nation’s top magical stars…Bill Blagg III!
Albany Legends vs. USA All Stars
WHEN: Sun, May 22, 2011 | 6:00 PM
WHERE: Christian Brothers Academy, 12 Airline Dr, Colonie NY 12205
COST: $12 adults, $8 students, under 5 free
Professional Basketball, International Basketball League and 2010 IBL Champions!
WHEN: Sun, May 22, 2011 | 8:00 PM
WHERE: The Egg @ Empire State Plaza, Albany, NY
COST: $37.50
Sully Erna, best known as the lead singer of Godsmack, performs leading an 8-piece band in support of his debut solo album Avalon.
Rensselaer
WHEN: Sun, May 22, 2011 | 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM
WHERE: Center Brunswick United Methodist Church
COST: FREE ADMISSION
A New Day is a vocal trio comprised of Andrew Calcutt (Baritone), Bennett Bishop (Guitar and Baritone), and Cindy Pollsen (Soprano, Guitar and Viola), with Jim Fry (Keyboard and Arranger). The group was formed in 2010.
Saratoga
Wildflower Walk – Vischer Ferry Preserve
WHEN: Sun, May 22, 2011 | 9:00 AM to 10:30 AM
WHERE: Riverview and VanVranken Roads
COST: FREE ADMISSION
Sunday, May 22, 9:00am – 10:30am at Vischer Ferry Nature & Historic Preserve, Saratoga County. Description: A leisurely 90-minute walking tour at the preserve along the West Towpath to Lock No. 19 to identify blooming wildflowers.
SPAC Rock & Run - BEST BET!
WHEN: Sun, May 22, 2011 | 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM
WHERE: Saratoga Performing Arts Center, 108 Avenue of the Pines, Saratoga Springs NY
COST: $5-$30
The 2nd Annual SPAC Rock & Run – To benefit SPACs Vivienne Anderson Childrens Program, a program that targets economically disadvantaged area youth
WHEN: Sun, May 22, 2011 | 12:00 PM to 4:00 PM
WHERE: Clifton Park Center
Recycle your unwanted electronics for free.
Alien Invaders! The Truth about Invasive Species
WHEN: Sun, May 22, 2011 | 1:00 PM
WHERE: The Children’s Museum of Science and Technology
COST: $5.00 admission
Aliens?! No, not from outer space! These invaders are actually exotic plants and animals that threaten our native lands and their natural inhabitants.
Schenectady
518 Battle of the Hip Hop Stars
WHEN: Sun, May 22, 2011
WHERE: Northern Lights, Rt 146W, North Country Commons, Clifton Park, NY
COST: $10 Adv / $12 Day of Show
Dress To Impress Entertainment Presents: 518 BATTLE OF THE HIP HOP STARS. All Proceeds Go To The 1 in 8 Foundation.6 pm Door * 7pm Show
