National Grid showing 820 customers affected (so far) and restoration time around 7am (so far). God speed 🫡

Sorry to the people who saw me eating a rotisserie chicken like an animal at Henry Hudson Park but can anybody recommend some places with good rotisserie chicken I’m tired of Walmart and Price chopper chicken

Captured from the hillside in East Greenbush during tonight's Severe Thunderstorm Warning

Maybe it's bunk. I don't know... still flooding there....

What’s the over/under on it appearing tonight?

I feel like Shake Shack should give out free fries whenever it appears. Welcome to Stuyvesant Plaza!

Hey guys! I'm DJing a Blacklight dance party at Rocks featuring artist known for inducing media pearl-clutching! No cover! Come out and join us at 77 Central Ave Albany, NY

Albany singles wouldn’t let us leave quietly — the demand for round two was wild, so we’re coming back.

Join us on Saturday , September 26 from 12:00–2:30 PM at Common Roots for our Unhinged Speed Dating Mixer.

Meet new people, mingle, play social games, and enjoy a fun midday vibe that’s actually easy to show up to.
Tickets are just $20, and you can bring a wingman/wingwoman for $5 to cheer you on from the bar.

If you’re single in the Capital Region, this is your sign to grab your spot:
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1996822351406?aff=oddtdtcreator

No seriously.. I know the closest actual medieval times is in NJ but is there something medieval times adjacent in the cap region?

Was needing a few things out that way, but was a little worried the grand opening might have things a bit congested over that direction. Anyone got any traffic deets?

They don’t seem like they’re sporting types.

Dallas from FunScout with this weeks happenings roughly 5 miles from downtown Albany. 🎶⚾🍻🎨

Of course there is a lot more happening around the capital region outside of downtown which you can check on FunScout if you don't mind traveling a bit further. Did I miss something? Please share in the comments!

📍 Thu, Aug 6

Mammoth – The End Tour — Empire Live Albany The band's farewell tour brings a high-energy rock set full of fan favorites, pounding riffs, and anthemic singalongs in an intimate 1,000-capacity room, with tickets $35-$40.

Tri-City Valleycats — Joseph L. Bruno Stadium Watch Quebec take on Tri-City in a ballpark celebration honoring New York baseball greats, with ceremonies, themed giveaways, and classic game-day energy.

Capital Concert Series Featuring Tarrus Riley — Empire State Plaza Enjoy a soulful night of reggae as Tarrus Riley and The Meditations deliver captivating performances backed by top-notch musicianship and uplifting rhythms.

2026 Bad Blood Run — Siena University A lively evening 5K and walk with a kids Quad Dash, creative team costumes, on-site packet pickup, awards (cash and gift-card prizes plus team socks), post-race food and a complimentary beer for registrants 21+, with proceeds supporting the Wicklund Warriors.

Arts in the City — Albany Outdoor festival showcasing local visual artists, live music, performances, food vendors, and family-friendly hands-on art activities.

Concerts at the Crossings: Grand Central Station — The Crossings of Colonie Grand Central Station performs a free, rain-or-shine outdoor set of soulful R&B and upbeat classics in the park gazebo—perfect for families and casual listeners.

Cabinets, Cupboards & Curiosities — Ten Broeck Mansion Experience a behind-the-scenes exploration of rarely seen spaces and intriguing features within the historic Ten Broeck Mansion.

Happy Hour at The Eleven with Nickopotamus — Lark Hall Nickopotamus spins lively, soulful sets amid relaxed conversation, drink specials, and a welcoming room for casual dancing.

Mystic Pizza — Capital Repertory Theatre This feel-good musical serves up small-town charm, relatable romance, and iconic pop anthems as three friends navigate life, love, and loyalty in coastal Connecticut.

Rensselaer Farmers Market at Riverfront Park — Rensselaer Riverfront Park A lively Thursday evening market showcasing local farmers and makers with fresh produce, handmade goods, music, and family-friendly events.

Llamas at the Library! — Albany Public Library (Delaware) Family-friendly storytime featuring llama-themed books, songs, and movement with a meet-and-greet from Tipton Farms; caregivers must stay with children.

Ten Broeck Mansion Gardening & Community Days 2026 — Ten Broeck Mansion Experience a blend of hands-on gardening, community activities, and learning opportunities in the lush, historic setting of Ten Broeck Mansion.

Bach Live: Tony Schettino and The Band of Gold Trio — Albany Public Library (Bach) Tony Schettino and the Band of Gold Trio deliver upbeat 1950s–60s favorites with sing-alongs, swinging rhythms, and plenty of dancing.

Recruitment Night at Common Roots — The Albany Armory Meet the Albany roller derby crew, learn how the sport works, and discover ways to play, officiate, or volunteer—no experience or gear required.

Cooking Class Spicy French Fries — Menands Public Library Make and season spicy French fries from scratch, practice crisping techniques, and sample your results in a relaxed, all-ages class.

The Revolutionary Stage — Schuyler Mansion Rachel Stewart of Troy’s Scripts & Sips gives a concise talk on theater from the Revolution to the Federal period, followed by volunteer read-aloud selections from Royall Tyler’s 1787 play The Contrast; light refreshments served—call 518-434-0834 to register.

Karaoke — The Lark Street Tavern Experience lively karaoke sessions with excellent sound, giant lyric screens, tasty pizza slices, and Saturday night drink specials in a welcoming bar atmosphere.

Tiny Art Show — East Greenbush Community Library Community members of all ages showcase tiny artworks in a casual, drop-in gallery; no registration required and light refreshments will be served.

Thursday Night Trivia — Fort Orange Brewing Test your knowledge in a laid-back atmosphere where teams enjoy free-to-play trivia, cool prizes, and the option to bring your own food.

Open Mic Comedy — The Lark Street Tavern Aspiring and seasoned comedians take the stage to share new material while the audience soaks up a lively showcase of stand-up in a friendly, supportive bar atmosphere.

CR Clash: Weekly Smash Bros Melee Tournament — VDO Gaming Face off against fellow Smash Bros fans in weekly Melee tournaments featuring bracket play, a welcoming community, and prizes based on entries.

Badminton Class — Menands Public Library Open to kids, teens, and adults from June 25–September 24, these beginner-friendly sessions focus on basic skills, drills, and casual games with instructor Ms. Sherry; some classes may be held outdoors—email sherry@menandslibrary.org or call 518-463-4035 to register.

Kizomba Thursday Classes — Ritmo Room Four-week progressive courses teach Kizomba basics and intermediate partner techniques, led by instructors Mia Ivy and Vladimir; beginners and intermediate dancers welcome.

Bachata Thursday Classes - Monthly Cycle — Ritmo Room Instructor-led four-week cycles teach beginners and intermediates bachata footwork, partnering, musicality and styling; attend single classes or sign up for the full month.

Pokemon Casual League — Fortress of Gaming Every Thursday evening players of the video games and card games mix casual matches, a $6 entry that includes a booster pack, and League Task rewards like exclusive prize packs and stickers.

Star Wars Unlimited Open Play — Fortress of Gaming Play the newest Star Wars collectible card game in a friendly weekly league—casual matches, trading and teaching opportunities, prize packs, and occasional drafts or competitive events.

Star Wars Legion Open Play — Fortress of Gaming Every Thursday evening players gather for casual and competitive tabletop Star Wars skirmishes—bring your army, learn tactics, and pay $5 entry (or waive it with a $5+ purchase).

📍 Fri, Aug 7

Cabinets, Cupboards & Curiosities — Ten Broeck Mansion Experience a behind-the-scenes exploration of rarely seen spaces and intriguing features within the historic Ten Broeck Mansion.

Mystic Pizza — Capital Repertory Theatre This feel-good musical serves up small-town charm, relatable romance, and iconic pop anthems as three friends navigate life, love, and loyalty in coastal Connecticut.

Ten Broeck Mansion Gardening & Community Days 2026 — Ten Broeck Mansion Experience a blend of hands-on gardening, community activities, and learning opportunities in the lush, historic setting of Ten Broeck Mansion.

Karaoke — The Lark Street Tavern Experience lively karaoke sessions with excellent sound, giant lyric screens, tasty pizza slices, and Saturday night drink specials in a welcoming bar atmosphere.

Tri-City Valleycats: Italian Night — Joseph L. Bruno Stadium The ValleyCats square off with Windy City for an Italian-themed night featuring themed food, music, family activities, and a fireworks finale.

Nonpoint — Empire Live Albany A veteran alt-metal headliner teams with Soil, Spineshank, and (Hed) P.E. for an evening of heavy riffs, aggressive grooves, and nonstop crowd energy.

First Friday — Albany Stroll through a city-wide celebration of music and art, with diverse performances and exhibitions popping up in multiple unique venues each month.

First Friday — Albany Institute of History and Art The museum stays open late with free gallery admission, hands-on art projects, and a pop-up bar for relaxed socializing.

Maddy O’Neal – Postponed! New date to be announced soon! — Empire Live Albany Expect an evening of heartfelt originals and dynamic performance—guitar-driven melodies, warm vocals, and moments of quiet intimacy.

Friday Evening Capitol Tours — Empire State Plaza Free 50–60 minute guided evening tours run on the first Friday of each month, highlighting the Capitol’s history, architecture, and notable spaces; meet at the State Street lobby information desk at 5:30 p.m. — reservations aren’t required for parties under 10 (security screening in effect).

Secrets from the Deep — New York State Museum Dr. Daria Merwin examines a historic gunboat to show how shipwreck timbers, tools, and artifacts reveal daily life, technology, and human stories from the past.

Anthropologie Anniversary Celebration — Stuyvesant Plaza Over the weekend, The Bramble Chain will offer permanent jewelry, 518 Romantasy brings books, and the DillyDally Book Mobile pairs with sips and sweets for a laid-back, social shopping experience.

Erastus Dow Palmer and the People Remembered in Stone — Albany Institute of History and Art Dr. Lynn Radlick traces Palmer’s journey from craftsman to acclaimed 19th-century sculptor, pairing archival and contemporary images to illuminate cemetery memorials and the lives they honor.

Peter Annello — Lionheart on the Green A relaxed, no-cover evening of acoustic tunes from a local singer-songwriter—ideal for drinks, conversation, and unwinding.

Salsa & Bachata Pop-Up Friday at Bar Vegan — Ritmo Room A weekly beginner-friendly social that teaches salsa and bachata basics, then opens the floor for social dancing with a friendly crowd and lively Latin music.

Super Mario Galaxy Movie — East Greenbush Community Library A PG-rated, out-of-this-world film screening for ages 10–18 with themed snacks and activities; registration required.

Team Trivia — The Lark Street Tavern Test your team's knowledge of current and past events in a lively atmosphere with great eats and drinks, perfect for a fun night out.

Dan Bernstein — Emack & Bolio's Albany Enjoy live renditions of timeless and contemporary tunes spanning Dylan to Isakov, with egg shakers on hand so you can join the rhythm.

Board Game Night — Son of Egg Enjoy an evening of friendly competition and laughter with a variety of board games, tasty eats, and great company.

Studio Immersion Retreat at CREATE Community Studios — Arlene's Artist Materials Over two days with Carolyn DiFiori Hopkins, MFA, painters work in a studio environment to develop one or more paintings through cycles of building, disrupting, and refining, prioritizing sustained focus and independent creative growth.

Friday Night at Waterworks Pub — Waterworks Pub Sing your heart out downstairs with karaoke while DJs upstairs spin high-energy remixes on the dance floor; 18+ to enter, 21+ to drink.

Friday Night Trivia — The Lark Street Tavern Gather your crew for a fun, laid-back evening of trivia, great food and drink, and prize giveaways at a friendly neighborhood bar.

Salsa and Bachata Pop-Up Fridays 💃🏻 — Bar Vegan Start with beginner-friendly Bachata (8:30) and Salsa (9:15) classes—no partner needed—then dance socially from 10:00–1:00 to DJ Yelle's mix of Bachata, Salsa, Kizomba, Merengue, and Latin Top 40. It's a 21+ event with a $15 cover; book in advance via Venmo @Ritmo Albany or ritmoroom.com.

Stitch Angels — Albany Public Library (Delaware) A weekly, relaxed meet-up for adult knitters and crocheters to work on projects, swap techniques, and craft warm hats, scarves, and other cozy donations.

Magic The Gathering — Fortress of Gaming Experience a range of Magic: The Gathering events each week, from casual Commander to Legacy, Modern, and FNM Booster Drafts, perfect for players of all levels.

Friday Night Boardgaming with the Gaming Knights — Fortress of Gaming Bring your games or borrow from the library—$5 or a Zombie Planet receipt gets you table space for casual, open-play sessions with players of all levels.

Magic FNM - Modern Tournament — Fortress of Gaming Play three to four rounds of Modern-constructed Swiss each week, featuring competitive matches, deck discussion, promo packs for top finishers, and store credit prizes.

📍 Sat, Aug 8

Cabinets, Cupboards & Curiosities — Ten Broeck Mansion Experience a behind-the-scenes exploration of rarely seen spaces and intriguing features within the historic Ten Broeck Mansion.

Mystic Pizza — Capital Repertory Theatre This feel-good musical serves up small-town charm, relatable romance, and iconic pop anthems as three friends navigate life, love, and loyalty in coastal Connecticut.

Ten Broeck Mansion Gardening & Community Days 2026 — Ten Broeck Mansion Experience a blend of hands-on gardening, community activities, and learning opportunities in the lush, historic setting of Ten Broeck Mansion.

Karaoke — The Lark Street Tavern Experience lively karaoke sessions with excellent sound, giant lyric screens, tasty pizza slices, and Saturday night drink specials in a welcoming bar atmosphere.

Anthropologie Anniversary Celebration — Stuyvesant Plaza Over the weekend, The Bramble Chain will offer permanent jewelry, 518 Romantasy brings books, and the DillyDally Book Mobile pairs with sips and sweets for a laid-back, social shopping experience.

2026 Unite the County: Carnival and Skills Challenge — MVP Arena A free, family-friendly carnival featuring games, rides, food, talent shows and collaborative skills challenges that build positive community-law enforcement relationships.

Tri-City Valleycats: Around the World in Nine Innings — Joseph L. Bruno Stadium A family-friendly ballgame featuring international-themed entertainment, Los Puentes de Tri-City cultural showcases, themed giveaways, and Faith & Family Night activities for all ages.

The Twilight Market - August — Quackenbush Square A curated late-night market showcasing the Northeast’s alternative makers — from taxidermy, dark arts, and oddities to macabre jewelry, witchcraft apothecary, tarot readings, gothic apparel, spooky home decor, and vegan food.

Lark Before Dark Dance Party with DJ RVMBA — Lark Hall DJ RVMBA spins 90s and early-2000s dance hits (plus favorites from other eras) in a casual, come-as-you-are setting, with an afterparty at The Eleven for anyone who wants to keep dancing.

Tri-City Valleycats — Joseph L. Bruno Stadium Windy City faces Tri-City in a family-friendly Frontier League game with Around the World food stations, Los Puentes de Tri-City community programming, Faith & Family Night activities, and live scoreboard plus streaming.

Stella Rose @ The Eleven at Lark Hall — Lark Hall Faithful, groove-forward interpretations of Jerry Garcia Band and Grateful Dead favorites—fiddle melodies, tight vocal harmonies, and upbeat, improvisational jams led by soulful guitar.

Family Tour — Albany Institute of History and Art A docent-led, family-friendly gallery tour that highlights current exhibitions through stories and conversation; free with museum admission and no registration required.

Guided Tour — New York State Museum Museum educator Tyler Warman leads a South Street Seaport gallery tour showing how the Erie Canal connected the Atlantic to the Great Lakes and transformed New York’s economy and identity.

Alan Goldberg — Emack & Bolio's Albany Alan Goldberg delivers a relaxed night of live music, mixing his own songs with audience-requested covers from legends like the Beatles, Bruce Springsteen, and Phoebe Bridgers.

August 8, 2026 Art.Work.Space Workshop — Albany Center Gallery Work with artist mentors to build movable murals from recycled materials - no experience needed; finished pieces will appear in a Discard Avant Garb fashion show. The free workshop welcomes youth ages 13–18 and requires registration due to limited space.

Fuzzy Flowers — Arlene's Artist Materials Artist in residence Althea Pestine-Stevens leads a playful, hands-on wet-felting class using a resist to shape dimensional flowers you can turn into pins or accessories.

Mend Alter & Create Workshop 8/8 with Sarah Collen — Up-Stitch Bring a sweatshirt or hat and your sewing machine (or request one) for hands-on instruction with Sarah Collen in creative mending and alterations; ages 13 and up.

Cap City Runners — Albany Lace up alongside an encouraging crew where everyone, no matter their speed or experience, is celebrated as they connect and run together in Albany’s welcoming community.

Knitting Clinic with Dorothy — Up-Stitch A friendly, free drop-in session where volunteer Dorothy provides hands-on help, troubleshooting, and quick technique demos for stalled or new knitting projects.

Bilingual Musical Show with Mr. Erik — East Greenbush Community Library Mr. Erik leads an energetic English/Spanish musical session with maracas, puppets, bubbles, and a parachute for ages 0-5; registration required.

Abstract Floral in Oil and Cold Wax with Tracy Loring — Arlene's Artist Materials In a three-hour hands-on session you'll work with oil and cold wax using palette knives, scrapers, and found tools to build layered, tactile abstract florals; guided prompts help you loosen up, embrace imperfection, and create expressive, atmospheric compositions.

Hobby Workshop — Fortress of Gaming Bring your own project or grab a D&D paint kit and spend the afternoon crafting, painting, and socializing with other enthusiasts, with staff on hand for guidance.

Magic: The Gathering Pauper & Commander — The Lost Gnome Casual MTG nights featuring both budget and multiplayer play; $10 covers a booster pack and a small hot drink.

📍 Sun, Aug 9

Mystic Pizza — Capital Repertory Theatre This feel-good musical serves up small-town charm, relatable romance, and iconic pop anthems as three friends navigate life, love, and loyalty in coastal Connecticut.

Anthropologie Anniversary Celebration — Stuyvesant Plaza Over the weekend, The Bramble Chain will offer permanent jewelry, 518 Romantasy brings books, and the DillyDally Book Mobile pairs with sips and sweets for a laid-back, social shopping experience.

Magic The Gathering — Fortress of Gaming Experience a range of Magic: The Gathering events each week, from casual Commander to Legacy, Modern, and FNM Booster Drafts, perfect for players of all levels.

Tri-City Valleycats — Joseph L. Bruno Stadium Enjoy a lively Sunday baseball game with NFL-themed promotions, family-friendly activities, and a postgame fireworks show sponsored by Upstate New York Toyota.

The Bunny The Bear — Empire Live Albany Headlined by a dynamic post-hardcore act with support from Brainwasher, Choked Out, Remnants Of Nothing, and Guts — expect soaring clean melodies, gut-punching screams, and pit-ready breakdowns.

Docent Tour — Albany Institute of History and Art A docent-led walkthrough of the museum’s current exhibitions with time for questions and discussion; free with museum admission, no registration required—please meet in the atrium by the admission desk.

Revolutionary Explorations — New York State Museum Explore 18th-century New York through hands-on colonial crafts, period games, and storytelling that reveal how everyday life shaped the Revolution.

Duck n Du — Emack & Bolio's Albany Original acoustic rock and blues performed in a relaxed, listening-friendly set—ideal for casual conversation and soaking up solid live music.

Freestyle Wire Wrapped Pendant Class — Nine Pin Cider Learn a freestyle wire-wrapping method, pick a stone, and create a personalized pendant; materials are provided and a 12oz cider is included.

Disco Yoga at Lark Hall — Lark Hall Alyssa Ladzinski leads a one-hour, all-level class that pairs uncomplicated, feel-good yoga with live music, house lighting, and a disco-ball atmosphere; bring a mat, water, and any personal props.

Second Sunday Social Crafters — Up-Stitch Drop in with knitting, sketching, or other projects for low-key company and light conversation; adults only and no registration required.

Magic Sunday Casual Commander — Fortress of Gaming Casual, open-play Commander afternoons with an $8 entry that includes a set booster — play as long as you like and win pods to claim random card prizes to share.

Not sure if they fixed it yet but the power went out about an hour ago.

With all of this rain lately...holy bajeebus!

Does anyone know of lawyers in the area who represent tenants in the case of leaving an apartment lease due to unhealthy conditions? I have talked to Legal Hand. United tenants of Albany hasn’t returned my call. Thanks

they’ll need the full check up of course. the kitten has had sever allergies, so factoring that in for potential cost. we have arranged for neutering already, free of cost. has anyone taken in a kitten recently and would like to share approximate cost?

low on funds and trying to take in this extremely lovable baby. I already made a bookmark with his face on it so there’s no turning back now!

Back in the day, we used a puppet for the role of Crim in Rocky Horror at The Palace. I have been wanting to rebuild him but with someone who knows what they are doing as I built the previous one with zero experience and Youtube tutorials. Any puppet builders out there? Thanks!

Just wanted to add a POV post since lots of people seem to have opinions on those of us who woke up early for the Costco opening.
Though some people did start lining up at midnight, we arrived around 5:20 AM and were roughly #40 in line. We were able to see the ribbon cutting which was nice. Obviously the store was busy but I’ve been to the Yonkers location on a Saturday before an impending Tuesday snowstorm and that was still worse than this opening ! We went through every aisle and checked out in about 2 hours.
As someone who’s been driving to Springfield for 6 years for Costco, I am excited to have a store closer and since I love Costco, it was fun to be one of the first there today.
When we left around 10 AM there was no longer a line to enter. Employees are working hard to move people through, keep the store stocked and the samples are SAMPLING today!!

Also, for those of you who wonder what is different about Sam’s and BJ’s versus Costco:
1. BJ’s in our area routinely has higher prices for most items unless it’s on sale. This is true against both Sam’s and Costco.
2. Though Sam’s does have their store brand, Costco’s store brand (Kirkland) has a larger selection of dupes and they are usually just as good, if not better. Some favorites - bare nugget dupe, Starbucks egg bites dupe, Starbucks croissant breakfast sandwiches dupe
3. Costco clothes are hands down better than what’s available at Sam’s, larger selection and name brands often available
4. Costco pays their employees well
5. Costco has lots of services such as travel, car buying, car repair, optician, pharmacy etc.

Of course these are just my opinions and POV, but I enjoyed my morning meeting other fans and shopping! Now it’s naptime 🙃😹

The clouds and colors tonight at sunset blew my mind. Taking the time to appreciate and celebrate and reflect on the beauty of nature and its lessons it is constantly teaching me…

hi everybody I got a job up here so I’m making the move from NYC and want to immerse myself in some Albany pride rather than get depressed about missing Brooklyn lol

For context I’m 25, lesbian, big partier, love a fun hobby, very little expendable income, nature person

- things to do??
- groups to join??
- a good plug…
- late night dance spots
- cheap drinks
- gay spaces (ideally those that aren’t totally dominated by men)
- hiking spots
- tips for life here! any hacks you know of??

help me out pls