🧾 Table Tennis Albany (Pickup Sports Game) WHEN: Monday, June 30, 2025 Game Time: Check app for schedule WHERE: Location varies – see app for current game info 📍 Albany, NY (Exact location provided via app) COST: Varies (registration required via app) DETAILS: Join the Pickup Sports Adult League for an in-person table tennis game…
🧾 Shut Up & Write!™ Albany – In Person: Free Write and Chat WHEN: Monday, June 30, 2025 Writing Session: 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM WHERE: Professor Java’s Coffee Sanctuary 📍 217 Wolf Road, Albany, NY 12205 COST: Free (purchase from café encouraged) DETAILS: Join a welcoming group of writers for two hours of casual…
When: Monday June 30 around 6pm Where: Juniors Cost: $$ Bring money to purchase a drink, appetizer or meal. Do not forget enough to tip Travel: Walk Join Levi and friends to celebrate Levi's 24th Birthday at Juniors!
WHEN & WHERE: MainStage at Proctors 📍 432 State Street, Schenectady, NY 12305 Tuesday, July 1, 2025 – 7:00 PM Wednesday, July 2, 2025 – 7:00 PM Thursday, July 3, 2025 – 1:30 PM (followed by a free TheatreTalk at 4:00 PM in the GE Theatre) COST: Ticketed (Group discounts available for 10+) $$-$$$ DETAILS:…
WHEN & WHERE: MainStage at Proctors 📍 432 State Street, Schenectady, NY 12305 Tuesday, July 1, 2025 – 7:00 PM Wednesday, July 2, 2025 – 7:00 PM Thursday, July 3, 2025 – 1:30 PM (followed by a free TheatreTalk at 4:00 PM in the GE Theatre) COST: Ticketed (Group discounts available for 10+) $$-$$$ DETAILS:…
🧾 American Red Cross Blood Drive WHEN: Thursday, July 3, 2025 Donation Window: 1:00 PM – 4:30 PM WHERE: Washington Avenue Branch – Large Auditorium 📍 161 Washington Avenue, Albany, NY 12210 COST: Free DETAILS: Help save lives by donating blood at this American Red Cross Blood Drive. Appointments can be made at redcrossblood.org, but…
WHEN & WHERE: MainStage at Proctors 📍 432 State Street, Schenectady, NY 12305 Tuesday, July 1, 2025 – 7:00 PM Wednesday, July 2, 2025 – 7:00 PM Thursday, July 3, 2025 – 1:30 PM (followed by a free TheatreTalk at 4:00 PM in the GE Theatre) COST: Ticketed (Group discounts available for 10+) $$-$$$ DETAILS:…
🧾 ICFS Presents A Double Anniversary Event!: Return of the Living Dead (1985) WHEN: Thursday, July 3, 2025 Film Screening: 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM WHERE: Proctors 📍 432 State Street, Schenectady, NY 12305 COST: $10 General Admission; $7 for Seniors 62+, Students with ID, and Children 17 & Under (discount not available online) DETAILS:…
🧾 Free Family Fun Movie Series: The Bad Guys (2022) WHEN: Saturday, July 5, 2025 Screenings: 10:00 AM & 1:00 PM WHERE: GE Theatre at Proctors 📍 432 State Street, Schenectady, NY 12305 COST: Free (Call the Proctors Box Office to reserve tickets) DETAILS: Kick off Proctors’ Free Family Fun Movie Series with The Bad…
Electric City Water Ski Show Team WHEN: Tuesday, July 8, 2025 Showtime: 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM (Recurring weekly on Tuesdays through August 26) WHERE: Jumpin’ Jack’s Drive-In 📍 83 Sconowee Avenue, Scotia, NY 12302 COST: Free TRAVEL: Research in class- 2 buses DETAILS: Enjoy a thrilling riverside performance by the Electric City Water Ski…
This Is Spinal Tap (41st Anniversary) – Albany Film Fans Meetup WHEN: Monday, July 7, 2025 Film Screening: 7:05 PM – 9:00 PM WHERE: Regal Crossgates Stadium 18 & IMAX 📍 120B Washington Avenue Extension, Albany, NY 12203 COST: In-person price: $16 Online price: $16 + $2 convenience fee DETAILS: Join Albany Film Fans for…
Tuesday Knight Gaming! WHEN: Tuesday, July 8, 2025 Game Night: 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM WHERE: Panera Bread 📍 161 Washington Avenue Extension, Albany, NY 12205 COST: Free (Food purchase optional) DETAILS: Join the Albany Game Knights for a casual and welcoming board game night! Bring your favorite game or try one that others bring—there’s…
🧾 Drink & Draw: Live-Model Drawing Event WHEN: Tuesday, July 8, 2025 Drawing Session: 7:30 PM – 8:30 PM WHERE: MoJo’s Cafe and Gallery 📍 147 4th Street, Troy, NY 12180 COST: Free (Drinks available for purchase) DETAILS: Unwind and unleash your creativity at this relaxed, live-model figure drawing event. Whether you're a seasoned artist…
🎤 Capital Concert Series – 2025 Lineup (Empire State Plaza) WHEN: Upcoming Dates Wednesday, July 9, 2025 – Doug E. Fresh with Nice & Smooth Wednesday, July 16, 2025 – Gogol Bordello with The Big Takeover Wednesday, July 23, 2025 – Lit with Plush Wednesday, August 6, 2025 – Tarrus Riley and Blak Soil Band…
🎶 Rockin’ On The River – 2025 Free Summer Concert Series (Troy) WHEN: Wednesday, July 9, 2025 • 5:30 PM – Deb Zep Duo • 6:30 PM – Ginger Geezus • ☔ Rain date: Wednesday, July 16 Wednesday, July 23, 2025 • 5:30 PM – Shannon Tehya and Hunter Frost • 6:30 PM – Side…
🧾 Shut Up & Write!™ Albany – In Person: Hour of Writing WHEN: Wednesday, July 9, 2025 Writing Session: 6:15 PM – 8:15 PM WHERE: Professor Java's Coffee Sanctuary 📍 145 Wolf Road, Albany, NY 12205 COST: Free (purchase from café encouraged) DETAILS: Join fellow writers for a focused hour of quiet writing in a…
🎵 Alive at Five – 2025 Summer Concert Series WHEN: Thursday, July 10, 2025 – Reggae Night: Mellow Mood w/ Dis-N-Dat Band Thursday, July 17, 2025 – Classic Rock Night: Middle Aged Dad Jam Band w/ Wild Adriatic Concert Time: 4:30 PM – 8:00 PM WHERE: Tricentennial Park 📍 560 Broadway, Albany, NY 12207 COST:…
🥒 Pickling-Palooza! WHEN: Thursday, July 10, 2025 Workshop: 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM WHERE: Delaware Branch – Community Room 📍 331 Delaware Avenue, Albany, NY 12209 COST: Free (Registration Required) DETAILS: Dive into the world of pickling! Learn about different pickling methods and the rich history behind them, taste a variety of unique pickled items,…
Community Art WHEN: Thursday, July 10, 2025 Art Session: 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM WHERE: Bach Branch – Community Room 📍 455 New Scotland Avenue, Albany, NY 12208 COST: Free (Registration Required) DETAILS: Enjoy a relaxing group painting experience with a still life setup provided for artistic inspiration. All materials—including canvas and paints—are included. Whether…
🎆 Schenectady County SummerNight WHEN: Friday, July 11, 2025 Block Party: 5:00 PM – 10:00 PM (Fireworks at 10:00 PM) WHERE: Downtown Schenectady 📍 State Street & Jay Street, Schenectady, NY 12305 COST: Free DETAILS: Get ready for the Capital Region’s biggest summer block party! Schenectady County SummerNight takes over downtown with multiple stages of…
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
🎭 Slacker, Armando, Jukebox – Improv Night at MopCo WHEN: Friday, July 11, 2025 Showtime: 8:00 PM – 10:00 PM WHERE: The MopCo Improv Theater 📍 10 N. Jay Street, Schenectady, NY 12305 COST: $15 General Admission; $7 Students & Seniors DETAILS: Get ready for an evening of fast-paced, hilarious improv with three exciting long-form…
🤖 Free Family Fun Film Series: The Wild Robot (2024) WHEN: Saturday, July 12, 2025 Showtime: 10:00 AM & 1:00 PM (check with venue for confirmed time) WHERE: GE Theatre at Proctors 📍 432 State Street, Schenectady, NY 12305 COST: Free DETAILS: Enjoy a free screening of The Wild Robot (2024) as part of Proctors’…
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…
When: Every Saturday until the end of September Where: Washington Park, Albany NY Cost: FREE to attend, bring $$ to shop if interested. Travel: Walk or bus discuss in class. We are excited to officially announce the Grand opening of Washington Park Farmers Market. Every Saturday through September from 10am till 2pm. We are committed…
☕ "Hello!" Session at Alias Coffee #2 WHEN: Saturday, July 12, 2025 Meetup Time: 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM (approximate) WHERE: Alias Coffee 📍 76 North Pearl Street, Albany, NY 12207 COST: Free (coffee and drinks available for purchase) DETAILS: Join the Bound to Downtown Albany Meetup Group for a casual, no-pressure conversation session at…
🧩 Sensory Sunday at miSci WHEN: Sunday, July 13, 2025 Sensory Hours: 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM WHERE: Museum of Innovation and Science (miSci) 📍 15 Museum Drive, Schenectady, NY 12308 COST: $12 per person | Free for children under 3 and miSci Members DETAILS: Sensory Sunday at miSci offers a calm, inclusive environment for…
Schenectady Greenmarket WHEN: Sundays Market Hours: 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM WHERE: 105 Jay Street, Schenectady, NY 12305 COST: Free DETAILS: Enjoy a lively Sunday at the Schenectady Greenmarket with 80+ local vendors, live music, kids' crafts, and a vibrant community atmosphere. Everything sold is made or grown by the vendors themselves. WEBSITE: https://www.discoverschenectady.com/event/schenectady-greenmarket/6846/
🏳️🌈 A Big Gay Market | July WHEN: Sunday, July 13, 2025 Market Hours: 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM WHERE: Washington Park – Knox Street Mall 📍 Knox Street Mall Road, Albany, NY 12203 COST: Free Admission DETAILS: Celebrate community, creativity, and pride at A Big Gay Market, an affirming, inclusive event featuring over 120…
Clarinet & Flute Duet Concert WHEN: Monday, July 14, 2025 🕕 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM WHERE: Pine Hills Branch – Large Meeting Room 📍 517 Western Avenue, Albany, NY 12203 COST: Free (No registration required) DESCRIPTION: Experience a magical evening of live chamber music at the library with clarinetist Ye Hu and flutist Melanie…
🎶 "A Vision Unfolding" – A Featured Performance of the Pro Musica International Choral Festival WHEN: Monday, July 14, 2025 @ 7:30 PM – 9:00 PM WHERE: 1400 Washington Avenue, Albany, NY 12222 COST: $40.00 TRAVEL: Discuss in class DETAILS: Experience EXIGENCE Vocal Ensemble in “A Vision Unfolding,” a transformative choral performance led by founding conductor…
🎲 Tuesday Knight Gaming! WHEN: Tuesday, July 15, 2025 @ 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM WHERE: Panera Bread, 161 Washington Ave Ext, Albany, NY COST: Free (purchase of food optional) TRAVEL: Discuss in class DETAILS: Bring your favorite board games—or just bring yourself—and join the Albany Game Knights for a casual evening of gaming. Newcomers…
📚 Silent Book Club – Partnership with Albany Public Library WHEN: Wednesday, July 16, 2025 @ 5:00 PM – 7:30 PM WHERE: Albany Institute of History & Art Café, 125 Washington Avenue, Albany, NY 12210 COST: Free DETAILS: Bring your own book and enjoy quiet reading time from 5:30–6:30 PM, followed by optional discussion. No…
🎤 Capital Concert Series – 2025 Lineup (Empire State Plaza) WHEN: Upcoming Dates Wednesday, July 16, 2025 – Gogol Bordello with The Big Takeover Wednesday, July 23, 2025 – Lit with Plush Wednesday, August 6, 2025 – Tarrus Riley and Blak Soil Band with The Meditations Concert Time: 5:30 PM – 8:30 PM WHERE: Empire…
Autistic, ASD Socializing – Online Support & Social Group WHEN: Wednesday, July 16, 2025 @ 8:00 PM – 9:30 PM WHERE: Online (Zoom – link provided upon RSVP) COST: Free DETAILS: A safe and supportive online gathering for autistic individuals (diagnosed or self-identified) and allies. Cameras/mics optional. Connect, share, or just listen in. Respectful, inclusive…
🎵 Alive at Five – 2025 Summer Concert Series WHEN: Thursday, July 10, 2025 – Reggae Night: Mellow Mood w/ Dis-N-Dat Band Thursday, July 17, 2025 – Classic Rock Night: Middle Aged Dad Jam Band w/ Wild Adriatic Concert Time: 4:30 PM – 8:00 PM WHERE: Tricentennial Park 📍 560 Broadway, Albany, NY 12207 COST:…
Fantastic Friday Chat and Chill :-) WHEN: Friday, July 18, 2025 @ 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM (ongoing up to 3–5 hours) WHERE: Online (Zoom – link provided via Meetup RSVP) COST: Free DESCRIPTION: Unwind with global friends in a relaxed, supportive virtual hangout. Share your week, laugh, vent, and connect. Open to anyone looking…
When: Friday July 18 6 pm-7:45pm Where: 531 Western Cost: Free Travel: Walk or Bus Details: Noah says "I want to host this event because it will be a good opportunity to spend the time with friends and to get together to enjoy the last event of the semester. There will icecream, snack and drinks.…
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
🐦 Beginner Bird Watching WHEN: Saturday, July 19, 2025 @ 8:30 AM – 9:30 AM WHERE: Albany Pine Bush Discovery Center, 195 New Karner Road, Albany, NY COST: Suggested donation $5 TRAVEL: Coordinate transportation with staff in advance if you are interested DESCRIPTION: Kick off your birdwatching journey with a guided 0.9-mile hike through the…
📝 Virtual Writer's Critique WHEN: Saturday, July 19, 2025 @ 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM WHERE: Online (hosted by Troy Creative Writing Meetup) COST: Free (RSVP required) DESCRIPTION: Writers gather virtually to share and critique each other’s work in a supportive environment. New members should email troycreativewritingmeetup@gmail.com to join and receive submission and meeting details.…
Bubble Fest WHEN: Saturday, July 19, 2025 @ 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM WHERE: miSci – Museum of Innovation and Science, 15 Museum Drive, Schenectady, NY COST: $15 per person | $5 for miSci Members | Free for children under 3 DESCRIPTION: Dive into a day of bubble-filled fun with outdoor play, science activities, and…
🎶 Rockin’ On The River – 2025 Free Summer Concert Series (Troy) WHEN: Wednesday, July 23, 2025 • 5:30 PM – Shannon Tehya and Hunter Frost • 6:30 PM – Side B • ☔ Rain date: Wednesday, July 30 Wednesday, August 6, 2025 • 5:30 PM – Ky McClinton Duo • 6:30 PM – Lucid…
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
Since 2005, students enrolled in The College Experience have been a welcomed part of a coeducational college community located in Albany, New York. We partner with Russell Sage College, and our students are welcomed members of both Russell Sage’s Albany and Troy campus communities.
Students are offered a practical core curriculum and a wide variety of electives.
Our dorms are beautifully remodeled city residences located just a few blocks from Russell Sage’s Albany campus. Students live together in groups of 3 – 9. Each student has his or her own bedroom and share common living areas. Seniors serve as mentors to freshmen and assist them in many meaningful ways.
What comes after graduation? Many College Experience students, in fact most, choose to remain in Albany. They maintain friendships with their fellow and former graduates, form romantic partnerships, and some get married.
Through our C2L Program, the College Experience support staff offers dedicated transition support and guidance, helping students in the year after graduation with apartment leases and job placements, and then literally forever after as members of the Living Resources community.
All College Experience students gain work experience through 3 semester-long internships at local businesses. An amazing variety of options are offered, both paid and unpaid, managed by a dedicated internship coordinator who helps facilitate matches between student interests and capabilities and meaningful career development opportunities. While not in class or at work, College Experience students can take advantage of a full campus and community calendar of events, plan and participate in their own outings or just hang out with their housemates, play games, share tips and build bonds of friendship that last a lifetime.
The small city of Albany, New York ’s capital, offers a perfect environment for young people to gain the skills and confidence they need to achieve true independence. The city has a great public bus system, which College Experience students are instructed how to take full advantage of, while shopping, banking, food, library, post office and entertainment options are all within easy walking distance of our residences.