The College Experience

Alive at Five! in Albany
2025-06-05 17:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York)
???? Alive at Five!
WHEN: Thursdays 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM

June 5 – Classic Rock Night featuring Queensryche w/ Gozer
June 12 – Funk & Pride Night featuring Neal Francis w/ TV Doctors
June 19 – Hip-Hop & Juneteenth featuring Lupe Fiasco w/ DJ TGIF & Rhakim Ali
June 26 – Emo Night featuring Boys Like Girls w/ The Story Boys
July 10 – Reggae Night featuring Mellow Mood w/ Dis-N-Dat Band
July 17 – Classic Rock Night featuring Middle Aged Dad Jam Band w/ Wild Adriatic

WHERE: Tricentennial Park, Broadway, Albany, NY 12207
COST: Free!
BUS: 1
DETAILS: The Alive at Five summer concert series kicks off with Classic Rock Night featuring Queensryche and Gozer. 35
WEBSITE: https://www.albany.com/event/alive-at-five-258200/

Virtual FrogWatch Volunteer Training
2025-06-04 18:30 - 21:00
Community Science: FrogWatch Volunteer Training
WHEN: Wednesday, June 4, 2025, 6:30 PM – 9:00 PM
WHERE: Online (link provided upon registration)
???? Virtual Event hosted by Albany Pine Bush Preserve
COST: Free (Registration required)
BUS: Research in class
DETAILS: Learn how to become a certified FrogWatcher and help protect amphibians in your community! This virtual training covers the FrogWatch USA™ program, how to conduct nighttime surveys, record frog and toad calls, and submit your findings online. Open to adults and youth (under 18 must be with a parent). Materials provided via email.
WEBSITE: https://albanypinebush.org/index.php?section=visit-calendar&evtid=1802

Wellness Series: Meditation Workshop at Pine Hills Library
2025-06-04 18:00 - 19:00
Wellness Series: Meditation Workshop with Elissa Kane
WHEN: Wednesday, June 4, 2025, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM
WHERE: Pine Hills Branch – Small Meeting Room
???? 517 Western Avenue, Albany, NY 12203
COST: Free (Registration required — currently full)
BUS: Research in class
DETAILS: Learn to find peace during uncertain times with meditation teacher Elissa Kane. This workshop introduces a simple yet effective meditation technique that quiets the mind, supports emotional clarity, and draws from Pema Chödrön’s Living Beautifully with Uncertainty and Change. Part of the Pine Hills Wellness Series focused on holistic well-being.
WEBSITE: https://albany.librarycalendar.com/event/wellness-series-tbd-managing-stress-times-uncertainty-40495

Gardening Basics with Radix and Soul Fire Farm
2025-06-04 17:30 - 19:30
Gardening Basics with Radix and Soul Fire Farm
WHEN: Wednesday, June 4, 2025, 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM
WHERE: North Albany Branch – Meeting Room
???? 616 North Pearl Street, Albany, NY 12204
COST: Free (Registration required)
BUS: Research in class
DETAILS: Get your hands dirty and gain confidence in your gardening skills with this workshop from Radix Center and Soul Fire Farm! Learn about choosing a garden spot or container, soil testing and enrichment, crop timing, and more. Participants will receive veggie starts and be entered in a free raffle for gardening supplies and berry bushes.
WEBSITE: https://albany.librarycalendar.com/event/radix-gardening-41511

Tony Opalka Visit , Albany City Historian
2025-06-03 18:00 - 19:00
????️ Tony Opalka, Albany City Historian – Local History Room Visit
WHEN: Tuesday, June 3, 2025, 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM
WHERE: Washington Branch – Local History Room
???? 161 Washington Avenue, Albany, NY 12210
COST: Free
BUS: Research in class
DETAILS: Meet Albany’s official city historian, Anthony Opalka, for a special evening in the Local History Room. Ask questions about Albany’s rich past or get help with your local research projects. A great opportunity for history buffs and curious minds alike.
WEBSITE: https://albany.librarycalendar.com/event/tony-opalka-albany-city-historian-returns-local-history-room-43438

Schenectady Pride 2025
2025-06-01 14:00 - 19:00
????️‍???? Schenectady Pride 2025
WHEN: Sunday, June 1, 2025, 2:00 PM – 7:00 PM
WHERE: Gateway Plaza, 12 State St, Schenectady, NY
COST: Free
BUS: 905, 910/10 to 182, 370
DETAILS: Join the celebration of love, resilience, and visibility at Schenectady Pride! Featuring live performances on the Tempra Neo Phoenix Love Stage, community connection, and affirming spaces for LGBTQIA+ individuals and allies. This event is a proud part of the movement for equality and inclusion.
WEBSITE: https://schenectadypride.capitalpridecenter.org/

Gavin's Refreshing Pizza Party
2025-06-01 13:00 - 14:00
When: Sunday June 1 1pm-2pm
Where: 2A South Main
Cost: Free
Travel: Bus or Walk

Zumba at BOTS
2025-06-01 11:30 - 12:30
???? Zumba with Kristen Kiehart-Winchell
WHEN: Sunday, June 1, 2025, 11:30 AM (continues June 8, 15, 22, 29)
WHERE: Bring On The Spectrum, 71 Fuller Rd, Albany, NY 12205
COST: $10 per week
BUS: 910, 114
DETAILS: Join licensed Zumba instructor Kristen Kiehart-Winchell for a high-energy class filled with dance styles like salsa, Bollywood, pop, and cumbia. No dance experience needed—just come ready to have FUN! Bring sneakers, water, and a towel.
WEBSITE: https://www.bringonthespectrum.org/zumba

VEG OUT – All-Vegan Street Festival
2025-06-01 11:00 - 16:00
???? VEG OUT – All-Vegan Street Festival
WHEN: Sunday, June 1, 2025, 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM
WHERE: Monument Square, Troy, NY 12180
COST: Free
BUS: 922/923
DETAILS: The Capital Region’s biggest vegan street fest features local plant-based food vendors, eco-conscious products, live music, a Kids Zone, and more. Perfect for vegans, foodies, families, and anyone curious about sustainable living. Dog-friendly and family-friendly!
WEBSITE: https://www.timesunion.com/preview/events/?_evDiscoveryPath=/event/2942538-veg-out

YMCA Car Show in Bethleham
2025-06-01 10:00 - 14:00
???? YMCA Car Show
WHEN: Sunday, June 1, 2025, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
WHERE: Bethlehem Area YMCA
???? 900 Delaware Avenue, Delmar, NY 12054
COST: $20 to register a car | $5 for spectators
BUS: 910, 10, 106 to the 18
DETAILS: Support beloved YMCA member Tom McCormick at this open car show featuring trophies for Top 25 favorites, “Best Old School,” and “Best New School.” The first 80 cars get dash plaques. Enjoy food, drinks, 50/50 raffles, and music by DJ Andy Narzynski. Register on-site the day of the show.
WEBSITE: https://www.albany.com/event/ymca-car-show-261729/

Waterford Harbor Market – Opening Day!
2025-06-01 09:00 - 13:00
????️ Waterford Harbor Market – Opening Day
WHEN: Sunday, June 1, 2025, 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM
WHERE: Waterford Harbor Market
???? 1 Tugboat Alley, Waterford, NY 12188
COST: Free
BUS: 922, 923
DETAILS: Celebrate Opening Day at the scenic Waterford waterfront! Shop from local farmers, artisans, and vendors offering fresh produce, baked goods, handmade crafts, and more. Enjoy live music by Katy Dwyer and free boat rides to kick off the season.
WEBSITE: https://www.albany.com/event/waterford-harbor-market-260489/

Levi's Get Air Event
2025-05-31 16:00 - 18:00
When: Saturday May 31 at 4pm – 6pm
Where: Get Air at Crossgates Mall
Cost: Ticket prices vary see link https://getairsports.com/albany/buy-tickets/
Travel: Meet at 531 Western around 4pm and then take the 910
Join Levi for a fun evening at Get Air!

Star Wars Cantina: Movie and Mocktails at the Howe Branch Library
2025-05-31 14:00 - 16:00
???? Star Wars Cantina: Movie and Mocktails
WHEN: Saturday, May 31, 2025, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
WHERE: Howe Branch – Large Meeting Room, Albany Public Library
COST: Free (Registration required)
BUS: 910/10 to 100, 106
DETAILS: [All Ages] Enjoy a screening of the very first Star Wars movie with themed mocktails for an out-of-this-galaxy experience! Great for families, kids, and fans of all ages. Caregivers must attend with children—no drop-offs allowed.
WEBSITE: https://albany.librarycalendar.com/event/star-wars-cantina-movie-and-mocktails-43388

Upper Union Street Summer Kickoff
2025-05-31 13:30 - 16:30
???? Upper Union Street Summer Kickoff
WHEN: Saturday, May 31, 2025, 1:30 PM – 4:30 PM
WHERE: Upper Union Street, Schenectady, NY
COST: Free
BUS: 370
DETAILS: Celebrate the start of summer with live music by Grand Central Station, pony rides, face painting, a bounce house, and more! Fun for all ages as you explore Upper Union Street and enjoy the festivities.
WEBSITE: https://www.discoverschenectady.com/event/upper-union-street-summer-kickoff-event/7219/

Sammie, Gabby and Billy's Lilo and Stitch Event
2025-05-31 11:00 - 14:30
When: Sunday, May 31- Movie starts at 12:30 pm but meet for the bus at 11:00 am
Where: Regal Cinema Theater at Crossgates
Cost: ~ Bring $ 20
Travel: We will meet at 531 at 11:00 and take the 910 if you are not certified for this bus you can take a different bus and just meet us there the movie starts at 12:30 pm 🙂
Sammie, Gabby and Billy say “We wanted to host this event is because we love Stitch and we thought it would be fun to go see the new movie with everyone so come and have some fun with all your friends!!!! ”

Learn to Fish Clinic at Six Mile Waterworks
2025-05-31 10:00 - 15:00
???? Free! Learn to Fish Clinic at Six Mile Waterworks
WHEN: Saturday, May 31, 2025, 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
WHERE: Six Mile Waterworks (Trailhead #3), Rensselaer Lake Preserve and Park
???? Fuller Road, Albany, NY 12205
COST: Free
BUS: 910, 114 to 117
DETAILS: Join the NYS DEC, Albany Pine Bush Preserve Commission, and local partners for a free hands-on fishing clinic! Learn to cast, identify fish, and explore aquatic ecology with all equipment provided. No license or experience needed—just come ready to fish and learn!
WEBSITE: https://albanypinebush.org/index.php?section=visit-calendar&evtid=1937

Troy Waterfront Farmers Market
2025-05-31 09:00 - 14:00
WHEN: Every Saturday, 9am – 2pm
WHERE: Nov- April Inside the Troy Atrium. May- Oct, the market is all along River St and around Monument Square, flowing onto 1st, 2nd, and Broadway. You can use Monument Square, Troy, NY 12180 as your destination on Google Maps.
COST: Free to attend, but bring $10 – $20 to purchase anything
BUS: take bus #10 downtown to catch bus #22, #922, or #923
Bus Stop to get off at: 4th and Fulton St. in Troy
Held every Saturday, year-round, the Troy Waterfront Farmers Market is one of the most popular attractions in New York’s Capital Region.
November to April the market is held within the Troy AtriMay through October, the market transforms the heart of downtown Troy into an open-air street festival that could easily pass for a scene in Europe. On the busiest Saturdays, as many as 15,000 people visit the market to shop for fresh local produce, meats, seafood, prepared foods and handmade crafts. Couples, families, college students and neighborhood regulars all mingle in Monument Square and on the surrounding streets, milling around between the tents, sidewalk tables and music stages.
Many stay to socialize and explore the charming shops and vibrant eateries in one of the most perfectly preserved 19th-century downtowns in the United States.
Today, the Troy Waterfront Farmers Market routinely receives “Best of” accolades by regional media and in reader polls. In 2019, the market earned the American Farmland Trust’s People’s Choice award for Number 1 farmers market in the nation.
We now have more than 100 local, producer-only vendors. Check out our Vendors page to find out more or Contact Us if you’re looking for a specific item!

2025 Spring Auto Show in Saratoga
2025-05-31 09:00 - 14:00
???? 2025 Spring Auto Show
WHEN: Saturday, May 31, 2025, 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM
WHERE: Saratoga Spa State Park
???? 110 Avenue of the Pines, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866
COST: $10 parking for spectators | $20 pre-registration per car | $25 day-of registration
BUS: 905 to 450
DETAILS: Support the Saratoga Automobile Museum and enjoy a day of stunning cars, food, music, and family fun! Open to all car types. Judging takes place from 9:30–11:30 AM with awards at 1:00 PM. Categories include Best in Show, People’s Choice, EV, Barn Find, Super Car, and more.
WEBSITE: https://www.albany.com/event/spring-auto-show-20162/

Freihofers Run for Women
2025-05-31 09:00 - 12:00
???? 47th Delightful® Run for Women

WHEN: Saturday, May 31, 2025 – 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM (Register by May 27)

WHERE: NY State Capitol and City Hall
COST: $40 to register
BUS:
DETAILS: Join over 3,000 participants for one of the region’s most scenic and celebrated all-women 5Ks. The race starts near the NY State Capitol with a downhill finish through downtown parks. The venue features great spectator viewing, easy and plentiful parking, a spacious start and a gradual downhill finish surrounded by beautiful urban parks making it one of the most picturesque in the region.
Packet pickup available May 29–30 at Russell Sage College or on race day from 6:30–8:20 AM. Awards ceremony follows the 5K, and youth events begin at 11:00 AM.

WEBSITE: https://freihofersrun.com/ https://www.albany.com/event/freihofers-run-for-women-33864/

Drop-In Bird Banding Observation at the Pine Bush Preserve
2025-05-31 06:30 - 12:00
???? Drop-In Bird Banding Observation
WHEN: Saturday, May 31, 2025, 6:30 AM – 12:00 PM
WHERE: Trailhead #1 Karner Barrens, Albany Pine Bush Preserve
???? 195 New Karner Road, Albany, NY 12205 (trailhead at rear of Discovery Center)
COST: Free
BUS: 905, 355
DETAILS: Watch Albany Pine Bush scientists band wild birds for research. Learn how bird banding helps track migration, breeding, and habitat health, and see birds up close as experts collect vital data. Drop in anytime during the session—fun and educational for all ages.
WEBSITE: https://albanypinebush.org/index.php?section=visit-calendar&evtid=1907

Pride 2025 Kick-Off BBQ
2025-05-30 17:00 - 20:30
????️‍???? Pride 2025 Kick-Off BBQ
WHEN: Friday, May 30, 2025
5:00 PM – 8:30 PM
WHERE: Waterwork Pub at Rock City Parking Lot 2, 76 Central Ave, Albany, NY 12206 33
COST: Free
BUS: 1
DETAILS: Kick off Pride season with a BBQ featuring music, complimentary food, and drag performances. 33
WEBSITE:https://ioov.org/show-event/1854/

Noah's Ice cream event
2025-05-30 16:00 - 18:00
When: Friday May 30 4pm- 6pm
Where: 531 Western Ave
Cost: Free but bring a snack to share
Travel: Walk or Bus
Noah says “I am hosting pizza and ice cream party and a movie. there will be pizza from the pizza Lab and there will be ice cream, cookies and cupcakes to celebrate the seniors from their graduation. Please bring something to share. The movie we are watching the slideshow for the seniors.”

2025 Saint Basil Troy Greek Festival
2025-05-30 - 2025-06-01
2025 Saint Basil Troy Greek Festival
WHEN: Friday, May 30 – Sunday, June 1, 2025
???? Festival Hours:
• Friday: 5:00 PM – 10:00 PM
• Saturday: 12:00 PM – 10:00 PM
• Sunday: 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM

WHERE: St. Basil Greek Orthodox Church
???? 909 River Street, Troy, NY 12180

COST: Free admission and parking
BUS: 922/923

DETAILS: Celebrate Greek culture with homemade food and pastries, live music by Prometheus, youth dance performances, crafts, and more! Bring the whole family for a weekend of cultural fun and flavor.
WEBSITE: https://www.albany.com/event/st-basil-greek-festival-126733/

Health and Fitness Expo at the Armory!
2025-05-29 - 2025-05-30
Health and Fitness Expo at the Armory!

WHEN: Thursday, May 29, 2025 – 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM & Friday, May 30, 2025 – 12:00 PM – 7:00 PM

WHERE: Armory at Russell Sage College, 130 New Scotland Ave, Albany, NY
COST: Varies by event
Travel: Discuss in Class
DETAILS:
More than 10,000 people will attend our annual free Health and Fitness Expo event located at The Armory at Sage College on New Scotland Road. The Expo offers family-friendly health & fitness activities & information. Access into the facility is open to the public. Parking is plentiful and free!
Runners : browse and learn from our numerous great businesses and non profit partners. You will pick up your bib, t-shirt, cookies and bread at the Expo.
All Expo attendees will be able enter to win great raffle items which will be announced here! In 2023 some of the raffle items were:

PowerSurge Nut Butters
Arbonne gift certificate
Saratoga Oils Gift Basket
Advocare Spark and Blender Bottle
BondiBands
Mary Kay Gift Sets
AND MORE!!!

WEBSITE: https://freihofersrun.com/events/health-fitness-expo

Teen and Adult Anime Club at Howe
2025-05-28 18:00 - 19:00
???? Teen and Adult Anime Club at Howe
WHEN: Wednesday, May 28, 2025, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM
WHERE: Howe Branch – Large Meeting Room, Albany Public Library
COST: Free
BUS: 106, 114
DETAILS: Love anime or manga? Come hang out with other fans at the Howe Branch! Watch anime, draw, read manga, and geek out with fellow enthusiasts in a welcoming space for teens and adults alike.
WEBSITE: https://albany.librarycalendar.com/event/teen-and-adult-anime-club-howe-33976

History & Hops: Lichens, Legends, and Living on the Edge at Common Roots Albany Outpost
2025-05-28 18:00 - 19:00
???? History & Hops: Lichens, Legends, and Living on the Edge
WHEN: Wednesday, May 28, 2025, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM
WHERE: Common Roots Albany Outpost, 19 Quackenbush Square, Albany, NY 12207
COST: Free
BUS: 910/10, 114, 106, 12
DETAILS: Join Dr. James Lendemer, NYSM Curator of Botany, for an engaging talk about lichens—resilient symbiotic organisms with a lot to teach us. Learn how they survive in extreme environments, their role in ecosystems, and why they’re vital indicators of environmental change. Science, legends, and storytelling collide in this community-friendly event. Food and drinks available for purchase.
WEBSITE: https://www.nysm.nysed.gov/programs/history-and-hops-lichens-and-legends

What Did I Find in the Local History Room? at Washington Branch Library
2025-05-27 18:30 - 19:30
???? What Did I Find in the Local History Room?
WHEN: Tuesday, May 27, 2025, 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM
WHERE: Washington Branch – Local History Room, Albany, NY
COST: Free (Registration required)
BUS: 910/10
DETAILS: Join Albany City Historian and author Tony Opalka for a fascinating discussion about the hidden gems in the Albany Public Library’s Local History Room. Explore collections such as historic photographs, Albany Common Council Minutes, city directories, and rare works by Joel Munsell. These materials were instrumental in the writing of Opalka’s book, The Firehouses of Albany.
WEBSITE: https://albany.librarycalendar.com/event/what-did-i-find-local-history-room-40001

Planetarium Sound Bath Experience at MiSci Museum
2025-05-27 18:00 - 19:00
???? Planetarium Sound Bath Experience
WHEN: Tuesday, May 27, 2025, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM
WHERE: miSci | Museum of Innovation & Science, 15 Museum Drive, Schenectady, NY 12308
COST: $20.00
BUS: 905, 370
DETAILS: Listen to the soothing vibrations of live singing bowls and gongs beneath the stars in miSci’s immersive planetarium. Let go of stress as the sounds gently guide you into relaxation and peace.
WEBSITE: https://timesunion.com/preview/events/?_evDiscoveryPath=/event/3021606-planetarium-sound-bath-experience
