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Read the latest economic development news in Schenectady County.
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Park Schenectady is your
online resource
for downtown parking. View an
interactive map
to find parking lots and rates.
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Visit Downtown Schenectady
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Did you know that Downtown Schenectady offers many types of lodging? Stay at a quaint bed & breakfast or an elegant boutique hotel. If a modern facility is your preference, choose a name-brand hotel with all the amenities.
Browse Downtown Schenectady's shops, restaurants, services, lodging, cultural attractions, transportation and parking.
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A festive marketplace with more than 70 vendors who produce everything they sell.
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Music & Entertainment
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See article at right for
New Year's Eve activities
Open Mic with Derrick
December 26, 6:30pm
Rick Reis
December 26, 6:30pm
Joe Nacco Band
December 26, 9pm
Veils of the Void
December 26, 8pm-1am
Grand Central Station
December 26, 9pm
Ace & Luke
December 30, 7-9pm
Christmas Sing Along with
Doug Chilton
December 23, 7pm
John Serrao & Michael Kailas
December 26, 7pm
Live Music Returns Jan. 8
Live Weekly Jazz Returns Jan. 7
Check Out All of
Downtown Schenectady's
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The Downtown Dish
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This week, we have an easy appetizer for the holidays, game time, or anytime you are looking for a snack that is just a bit different.
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Irving Berlin's White Christmas
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 Through December 27
Mainstage at Proctors
This holiday season. discover the perfect gift for everyone on your list! Start with a timeless tale of joy and goodwill, fill it with classic Irving Berlin songs, and top it off with glorious dancing and lots of snow.
The December 27, 1:30pm, performance will be signed for our patrons with hearing impairment. More...
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| Celebrate New Year's Eve in Downtown |
Looking for the perfect way to ring in 2016? Look no further than Downtown Schenectady's restaurants, nightspots, and entertainment venues! Below is a list of some great New Year's Eve activities that you can enjoy. We wish you a safe and Happy New Year!
Cafe NOLA -
The Ingleston Brothers, special menu & champagne.
Centre Street Pub - JJ and the Impacts in the Main area and DJ Hazy in the banquet room.
Katie O'Byrne's - Dinner Specials, music by Lone Tone, champagne toast at midnight.
Ninja Restaurant - DJ Cassius from 9pm-3am with a free champagne toast at midnight.
Thai Thai Bistro - Ciroc NYE party swag. free T-shirts, complimentary passed hors d'oeuvres at midnight.
Visit our
Interactive Map for more information on Downtown Schenectady's businesses.
CDTA will offer free bus service at all regular bus stops from 8:00pm on New Year's Eve, Thursday, December 31, 2015 through 1:00am on Friday, January 1, 2016.
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On The Stage
Education Center - Be amazed and amused all at once with Wacky Chad, Dan Frigolette & Matt Richards! Come see hilarious family comedy, magic, and stunts.
Education Center - Myq Kaplan has been seen on the Tonight Show, Conan, the Late Show with David Letterman, Late Night with Seth Meyers, in his own half-hour Comedy Central Presents special, and in his own one-hour special on Netflix, "Small, Dork, and Handsome."
On The Screen
Space Jam - Dec. 27, 12 & 2pm 
GE Theatre - Michael Jordan agrees to help the Looney Toons play a basketball game vs. alien slavers to determine their freedom.
The NeverEnding Story - Dec. 28, 3, 5 & 7pm
GE Theatre - A boy who needs a friend finds a world that needs a hero in a land beyond imagination.
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| Mohawk Harbor Update |
It's official! Schenectady's phenomenal new Mohawk Harbor development is getting a casino. The NYS Gaming Commission unanimously approved awarding a casino license to the Rivers Casino and Resort at Mohawk Harbor during a meeting on Monday, December 21. Construction will begin immediately and is expected to take less than 24 months.
The casino is part of Galesi Group's overall $480 million development of Mohawk Harbor. To learn more, visit their website to see renderings of the many exciting projects at the site. Be sure to view the construction cam for regular updates on Mohawk Harbor's progress!
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Now Open!
Ya Ya's House Southern Cuisine 
170 Lafayette Street
Ya Ya's House brings the taste of southern/soul comfort food that reminds you of visits down south to Grandmother's house in a warm, family friendly atmosphere. Be sure to stop by and welcome them to Downtown Schenectady!
Mark Your Calendar!
January 12, 5:30-7:30pm
Firestone 151, 151 Lafayette Street
Leesa "Yoda" Perazzo vs. Ray "Vader" Legere! The winner will be determined by who collects the most tips. Come support your favorite bartender and help raise money for the programs of the Schenctady Kiwanis Club.
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| 14th Annual Giving Map |
Want help identifying local charities in need during this season of giving? This web-based map identifies over 600 locations within the Capital District where you can make charitable donations and/or volunteer your personal time to help others. Use the map to locate a charitable organization and then click its marker to display information about the site, including address, types of donations accepted, and hours of operation.
The 14th Annual Giving Map is a FREE service provided by
Fountains Spatial,
a leading provider of geographic information system (GIS) services in New York State and the Northeast, based in Downtown Schenectady.
More...
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| miSci (museum of innovation & science) |
 Museum Hours: Mon-Sat: 9am-5pm, Sun: 12-5pm
December 29-31
Register now for fun science workshops for the kids on break. Classes for grades: K-2 & 3-5. Call 518-382-7890 x237 for information and to make reservations.
Through January 18, 2016
The Model Trains are back at miSci this holiday season! Explore the intricate 19- x 27-foot display of running O Gauge (Lionel) model trains. Stay and play! The Play Space is full of science toys you don't have at home Special thanks to Upstate Train Associates. Don't miss this holiday favorite!
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| Schenectady County Public Library Notes |
 Central Library
99 Clinton Street
Monday - Thursday: 9am - 8pm
Friday - Saturday: 9am - 5pm
Sunday: 1 - 5pm
All public libraries will be closed December 24 & 25
600 Union Street
Through December: Coffee table books, half price.
All proceeds support Schenectady County Public Library
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