The College Experience

1930s History Display at Pine Hills Branch
2025-05-01
???? 1930s History Display at Pine Hills Branch
WHEN: Thursday, May 1, 2025, All Day (display open during library hours)
WHERE: Pine Hills Branch, Albany Public Library, 517 Western Avenue, Albany, NY
COST: Free
BUS: Walk
DETAILS: Celebrate Local History Month by exploring a scrapbook from the 1930s created by Pine Hills Branch staff. Open all month during regular library hours.
Website: https://albany.librarycalendar.com/event/pine-hills-branch-1930s-history-display-40547

SAAC and CEP Basketball Event
2025-04-30 17:00 - 19:00 (America/New_York)
When: Wednesday April 30 at 5pm-7pm
Where: Albany Russell Sage Kahl Campus
Cost: Free
Travel: Bus or Walk
SAVE THE DATE AND TIME —MORE INFO TO COME!
Join Russell Sage’s Student Athletics to meet the Men and Women’s Basketball Team!!!
We will watch a game, learn more about the game in a skills clinic and end with refreshments!

The Rev 2025 Edition Magazine Launch
2025-04-30 12:00 - 13:00
???? The Rev 2025 Edition Magazine Launch
WHEN: Wednesday, April 30, 2025, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
WHERE: Renaissance Room, Armory, Russell Sage College, Albany, NY
COST: Free
BUS: 100
DETAILS: Celebrate the launch of the 2025 edition of The Rev, Russell Sage College’s literary and creative arts magazine. A hybrid event—both in-person and online—featuring readings by editors and contributors.
Website: https://www.sage.edu/events/?trumbaEmbed=view%3Devent%26eventid%3D182420248

2025 Visual Arts BFA Exhibition
2025-04-30 - 2025-05-17
???? 2025 Visual Arts BFA Exhibition
WHEN: Wednesday, April 30, 2025 – Saturday, May 17, 2025 (Special Hours: Tues-Sat 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM)
WHERE: Opalka Gallery, Russell Sage College, 140 New Scotland Avenue, Albany, NY
COST: Free
BUS: 100
DETAILS: The Department of Visual and Performing Arts presents the 21st Annual Bachelor of Fine Arts Student Exhibition, featuring work from the Art + Extended Media, Graphic + Media Design, and Interior + Spatial Design programs. Opening reception is Friday, May 2 from 5–7 PM, free and open to the public.
Website: https://www.sage.edu/events/?trumbaEmbed=view%3Devent%26eventid%3D182494133

Taproom Tuesday Line Dancing!
2025-04-29 19:00 - 20:30
???? Taproom Tuesday Line Dancing
WHEN: Tuesdays, 7:00PM
WHERE: Frog Alley Brewing, Schenectady, NY
COST: Free entry
BUS: 905, 355
DETAILS: Join weekly line dancing lessons at Frog Alley’s taproom.
Website: https://www.discoverschenectady.com/event/taproom-tuesday-line-dancing/7218/

Baseball! Skidmore VS Russell Sage
2025-04-29 18:00 - 21:00
⚾ (Baseball) Skidmore vs. Russell Sage College
WHEN: Tuesday, April 29, 2025, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
WHERE: Plumeri Sports Complex, 20 Frisbie Avenue, Albany, NY
COST: Free
BUS: 910/10 to 106 or 922,
DETAILS: Come out and cheer for Russell Sage College as they take on Skidmore College at the Plumeri Sports Complex in Albany. Exciting college baseball action under the evening sky!
Website: https://www.sage.edu/events/?trumbaEmbed=view%3Devent%26eventid%3D180451724

Maker's @ Albany Made Creative Lab
2025-04-29 08:00 - 17:00
????️ Albany Made Creative Lab
WHEN: Tuesday, April 29, 2025, 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM
WHERE: Washington Avenue Branch, Albany Public Library, 161 Washington Avenue, Albany, NY
COST: Free
BUS: 910, 10
DETAILS: Self-directed open Makerspace with access to art, music, tech, sewing machines, 3D printers, and more.
Website:https://albany.librarycalendar.com/event/makers-albany-made-creative-lab-35705

Intramural Basketball
2025-04-28 19:00 - 22:00
???? Intramural Basketball
WHEN: Monday, April 28, 2025, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM
WHERE: Robison Gym, Russell Sage College, 65 1st Street, Troy, NY
COST: Free
BUS: 22, 922, 923, RS Shuttle
DETAILS: Join the fun with Intramural Basketball at Robison Gym! Coed pickup games for all students, faculty, and staff. New Monday sessions added in addition to Thursdays. Play begins at 7:00 PM.
Website: https://www.sage.edu/events/?trumbaEmbed=view%3Devent%26eventid%3D179755139

???? Monday Mopco Improv Theatre! Workout Night
2025-04-28 19:00 - 21:00
???? Monday Workout Night at Mopco Improv Theatre
WHEN: Mondays (recurring), 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
WHERE: Mopco Improv Theatre, Schenectady, NY
COST: $7
BUS: 905, 10 to 355
DETAILS: Participate in a lively improv comedy workout suitable for all skill levels.
Website: https://mopcoimprov.ticketspice.com/monday-workout-night-at-the-mopco

Bingo Night!
2025-04-28 19:00 - 21:00
???? Bingo Night
WHEN: Every Monday, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
WHERE: 78 Montgomery St., Albany, NY 12207Albany, NY 1220

COST: Free
BUS: 910, 10, 106
DETAILS: Casual weekly bingo night with fun prizes.
Website: https://www.albany.org/event/bingo-night/48685/

Dance Fitness With Noah Cordone
2025-04-28 17:00 - 18:00
???? Dance Fitness with Noah Cordone
WHEN: Monday, April 28, 2025, 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM
WHERE: Robison Athletic and Recreation Center / The Aggie, Russell Sage College, 65 1st Street, Troy, NY
COST: Free
BUS: 22, 922, 923, RS Shuttle
DETAILS: Dance Fitness returns for Spring 2025! Get your heart rate up and de-stress with this lively fitness class, starting at 5:00 PM in The Aggie, lower level of Robison.
Website: https://www.sage.edu/events/?trumbaEmbed=view%3Devent%26eventid%3D179754393

2025-04-28 - 2025-05-02
???? New York Firsts Exhibition
WHEN: Monday to Friday, April 7 – August 1, 2025, 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM
WHERE: State Street Tunnel, between the New York State Capitol and Empire State Plaza, Albany, NY
COST: Free
BUS: 10, 910, 12
DETAILS: This exhibition celebrates groundbreaking innovations and historic milestones originating from New York State. Highlights include the first women’s rights convention, advancements in LGBTQ+ advocacy, and inventions like the safety elevator and Buffalo wings.
Website: https://www.albany.org/event/new-york-firsts/52877/

Noah's Sunday Game Night!
2025-04-27 18:45 - 19:45
When: Sunday April 27 at 6:45 pm
Where: 531 Western Ave.
Cost: Free but bring a snack or drink to share 🙂
Travel Walk or Bus
Join Noah for a fun evening of games and hanging out! He says “The reason that I wanted to host this event is because it will be a fun day to enjoy playing games and also having some times with other people too and having a good time. Also there will be drinks and food being provided and please bring something to share for an example if you could bring any types of drinks or food to the event that will be great. Please plan ahead of time and please let me, Cassandra, and David know ahead of time.

Talent Show at Bring on the Spectrum
2025-04-27 16:00 - 17:30
When: Sunday April 27 4pm-5:30pm
Where: Bring on the Spectrum BOTS
71 Fuller Rd, Albany NY 12205
Cost: Admission is $5 per person
Raffles, Prizes and a Bake Sale!
Travel: Discuss in class

Softball Game! SUNY Brockport vs. Russell Sage College (Doubleheader)
2025-04-27 13:00 - 19:00
???? Softball: SUNY Brockport vs. Russell Sage College (Doubleheader)
WHEN: Sunday, April 27
Game 1: 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Game 2: 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM
WHERE: Plumeri Sports Complex, 20 Frisbee Ave, Albany, NY 12208
COST: Free
DETAILS: Enjoy a Sunday doubleheader as the Gators softball team takes on SUNY Brockport at home. Bring your team spirit!
Website: https://www.sage.edu/events/?trumbaEmbed=view%3Devent%26eventid%3D180638566

Journey Through Time: Cohoes Mastodon Gallery Tour When: Sunday, April 27, 2025 at 12 pm
2025-04-27 12:00 - 17:00
Journey Through Time: Cohoes Mastodon Gallery Tour

When: Sunday, April 27, 2025 at 12 pm

Where: New York State :Museum Cultural Education Center 222 Madison Avenue Albany, NY 12230 South Lobby

Cost: Free

Travel: Discuss in class #910

Step back in time and join us for a fascinating 30-minute gallery tour of the Cohoes Mastodon, one of the New York State Museum’s most treasured fossils, led by NYSM Director of Research and Collections and Curator of Vertebrate Paleontology, Dr. Robert Feranec. Discovered in 1866 during the construction of Harmony Mill No. 3 near Cohoes Falls, this impressive creature stood about eight-and-one-half feet high and weighed between 8,000 and 10,000 pounds.
During the tour, you’ll learn about the mastodon’s life 13,000 years ago, uncover the research behind its unique skeletal features, and explore the distinguishing traits that set mastodons apart from mammoths. Discover the remarkable story of survival, injury, and the ancient world through this iconic relic of our planet’s history
See Website: https://www.nysm.nysed.gov/programs/cohoes-mastodon-gallery-tour

Baseball Game! SJFU vs. Russell Sage
2025-04-27 12:00 - 15:00
⚾ Baseball: SJFU vs. Russell Sage
WHEN: Sunday, April 27, 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM
WHERE: Plumeri Sports Complex, 20 Frisbee Ave, Albany, NY 12208
COST: Free
DETAILS: Don’t miss the final matchup in the weekend series as Russell Sage hosts St. John Fisher University.
Website: https://www.sage.edu/events/?trumbaEmbed=view%3Devent%26eventid%3D180451723

Golden Oldies Spectacular at Proctors
2025-04-26 19:00 - 21:00
???? Golden Oldies Spectacular
WHEN: Saturday, April 26, 7:00 PM
WHERE: Proctors Theatre, 432 State St, Schenectady, NY 12305
COST: Varies by seating
BUS: From 531 Western Ave, take CDTA bus #10 or #12 to downtown Albany, then transfer to bus #905 to downtown Schenectady
DETAILS: A night of legendary hits and unforgettable performances from classic pop, rock, and soul artists. Held at the historic Proctors Theatre.
Website: https://www.atproctors.org/event/golen-oldies-2025/

Baseball Game! SJFU vs. Russell Sage (Game Two)
2025-04-26 16:00 - 19:00
⚾ Baseball: SJFU vs. Russell Sage (Game Two)
WHEN: Saturday, April 26, 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM
WHERE: Plumeri Sports Complex, 20 Frisbee Ave, Albany, NY 12208
COST: Free
DETAILS: Stick around for Game Two of the doubleheader and cheer the Gators on to victory!
Website: https://www.sage.edu/events/?trumbaEmbed=view%3Devent%26eventid%3D180451722

Softball Game! SUNY Geneseo vs. Russell Sage (Game Two)
2025-04-26 15:00 - 18:00
???? Softball: SUNY Geneseo vs. Russell Sage (Game Two)
WHEN: Saturday, April 26, 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM
WHERE: Plumeri Sports Complex, 20 Frisbee Ave, Albany, NY 12208
COST: Free
DETAILS: Game Two brings more action from the diamond—don’t miss the conclusion of this back-to-back showdown.
Website: https://www.sage.edu/events/?trumbaEmbed=view%3Devent%26eventid%3D180638564

Fresh Acts Day 2!
2025-04-26 14:00 - 17:00
???? Fresh Acts (Day 2)
WHEN: Saturday, April 26, Starts at 2pm
WHERE: Albany Barn, 56 2nd St, Albany, NY 12210
COST: Advance: $10 general public / $7 students, seniors, & UAlbany faculty-staff
Day-of-show: $15 general public / $12 students, seniors, & UAlbany faculty-staff
BUS: From 531 Western Ave, take CDTA bus #10 or #12 to downtown Albany, then walk or take bus #100 to 2nd St
DETAILS: Fresh Acts showcases original plays written and directed by UAlbany students. A night of creativity, performance, and bold new voices in theater.
Website: https://www.albany.org/event/fresh-acts/52027/

Softball Game! SUNY Geneseo vs. Russell Sage (Game One)
2025-04-26 13:00 - 16:00
???? Softball: SUNY Geneseo vs. Russell Sage (Game One)
WHEN: Saturday, April 26, 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
WHERE: Plumeri Sports Complex, 20 Frisbee Ave, Albany, NY 12208
COST: Free
DETAILS: The softball team takes on SUNY Geneseo in the first game of an exciting afternoon doubleheader.
Website: https://www.sage.edu/events/?trumbaEmbed=view%3Devent%26eventid%3D180638566

Baseball Game! SJFU vs. Russell Sage (Game One)
2025-04-26 13:00 - 16:00
⚾ Baseball: SJFU vs. Russell Sage (Game One)
WHEN: Saturday, April 26, 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
WHERE: Plumeri Sports Complex, 20 Frisbee Ave, Albany, NY 12208
COST: Free
DETAILS: The Gators face off against St. John Fisher University in Game One of this weekend doubleheader—come out and support the home team!
Website: https://www.sage.edu/events/?trumbaEmbed=view%3Devent%26eventid%3D180638563

Clothing Swap: Shop the Swap
2025-04-26 08:00 - 14:00
???? Clothing Swap: Shop the Swap
WHEN: Saturday, April 26, 8am – 2 PM
WHERE: 100 Watervliet Ave, Albany, NY 12206
COST: Free
BUS: From 531 Western Ave, take CDTA bus #114 toward Central Ave, then walk or transfer to bus #1 to Watervliet Ave
DETAILS: Clear out your closet or pick up new-to-you items at this sustainable community clothing swap. No cost to participate—just bring your gently used clothes and take what you need!
See Honest Weight Food Coop Calendar https://www.honestweight.coop/page/classes-at-the-co-op-331.html

UA Student Association Parkfest
2025-04-25 19:00 - 22:00
???? UA Student Association Parkfest
WHEN: Friday, April 25, 8:00 PM (Doors open at 7:00 PM)
WHERE: MVP Arena, 51 S Pearl St, Albany, NY 12207
COST: $10 (UAlbany students with ID) / $35 (General public)
BUS: From 531 Western Ave, take CDTA bus #10 or #12 to Pearl St & Hudson Ave
DETAILS: Parkfest returns with big energy, music, and performances at MVP Arena. Open to students and the wider community.
Website: https://www.mvparena.com/events/detail/parkfest

Madison Trivia Night
2025-04-25 19:00 - 21:00
When: Friday Nights at 7 pm
Where: Madison Theater, TN Cafe- 1036 Madison Avenue, Albany, NY 12208
Cost: Free to play See Food Menu
Travel: Walk or bus
See link to learn more about Madison Theater

Slippin out of the Semester on Troy Campus
2025-04-25 16:00 - 19:00
Slippin Out of the Semester!

Fresh Acts!
2025-04-25 15:00 - 17:00
???? Fresh Acts (Day 1)
WHEN: Friday, April 25, Starts at 3 pm
WHERE: Albany Barn, 56 2nd St, Albany, NY 12210
COST: Advance: $10 general public / $7 students, seniors, & UAlbany faculty-staff
Day-of-show: $15 general public / $12 students, seniors, & UAlbany faculty-staff
BUS: From 531 Western Ave, take CDTA bus #10 or #12 to downtown Albany, then walk or take bus #100 to 2nd St
DETAILS: Fresh Acts showcases original plays written and directed by UAlbany students. A night of creativity, performance, and bold new voices in theater.
Website: https://www.albany.org/event/fresh-acts/52027/

Brendan's Birthday Event
2025-04-25 15:00 - 16:30
When: Friday April 25, 3 pm – 4:30pm
Where: 839 Lancaster St., Brendan’s Dorm
Cost: Free
Travel: Bus or Walk
Come celebrate Brendan’s Birthday at his dorm!

Open Mic & Talent Show in Troy!
2025-04-23 19:00 - 2025-04-24 23:00
Open Mic & Talent Show
WHEN: Wednesday, April 23, 7:00 PM – 11:00 PM
WHERE: No Fun, 275 River St, Troy, NY 12180
COST: Free
BUS: From 531 Western Ave, take CDTA bus #10 or #12 to downtown Albany, transfer to bus #22 to River St & State St in Troy
DETAILS: Bring your voice, your art, or your weirdest talent to the stage for an open mic with an edge.
See LINK for details
