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May 8, 11am
Mohawk Harbor Amphitheater
Celebrate the return of CDPHP
Cycle! The second season is coming back bigger and better with additional bikes, new rack locations, and even more rental options.
Join us for a news conference at 11:00 a.m. Refreshments to follow overlooking Mohawk Harbor.
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Opens May 4
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Sundays, 10am-2pm
Around City Hall |
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The Greenmarket moves outside a
round City Hall beginning this Sunday, May 6
Enjoy this festive marketplace with weekly entertainment and more than 70 regional vendors.
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Jay Street Sunday Market
10am - 2pm
Opens for season on May 6
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Visit more than
20 food & craft vendors along the Jay Street pedestrian walkway, and shop & dine at our more than 25 shops and restaurants.
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Music & Entertainment
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Patrick Sharrow
May 3, 5-9pm
Josh Casano
May 4, 5-8pm
The Pretty Wreckless
May 5, 7-10pm
Rob Fleming
May 3, 6pm
Joe Driscoll
May 4, 9pm
Speed Limit 5-Zero
May 5, 9pm
Justin Friello
May 6, 1pm
Wide Awake
May 4, 8:30pm
Tommy Verrigni
May 3, 7-10pm
Carla Metz & Larry Acunto
May 4, 7-10pm
Check Out All of
Downtown Schenectady's
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The Downtown Dish
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Since spring has finally turned the corner, this week's recipe is a nice marinade for chicken cooked on the grill.
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| The King and I |
 Through May 6
MainStage at Proctors
Two worlds collide in the Lincoln Center Theater production of this "breathtaking and exquisite" musical. Set in 1860s Bangkok, the musical tells the story of the unconventional and tempestuous relationship that develops between the King of Siam and Anna Leonowens, a British schoolteacher whom the modernist King, in an imperialistic world, brings to Siam to teach his many wives and children.
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| The School for Lies |
 May 4-6 & 9-13
Schenectady Civic Playhouse
It's 1666 and the brightest, wittiest salon in Paris is that of Celimene, a beautiful young widow so known for her satiric tongue she been sued for it. Surrounded by shallow suitors, off of whom she lives without surrendering to them, Celimene has managed to evade love since her beloved husband died. Until today, when Frank appears.
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| Sister Act |
 May 4-6 & 10-13
SLOC Musical Theater
When disco diva Deloris Van Cartier witnesses a murder, she is put in protective custody in the one place the cops are sure she won't be a found: a convent! Disguised as a nun, she finds herself at odds with both the rigid lifestyle and uptight Mother Superior. Deloris breathes new life into the church and community but, in doing so, blows her cover.
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On The Stage
Education Center -
Folk Hotel includes 13 new Tom Russell originals and a duet of Bob Dylan's "Just Like Tom Thumb's Blues" with Joe Ely.
On The Screen
The Addy - On July 18, 1969, Sen. Ted Kennedy drove his car off of a bridge on Massachusetts' Chappaquiddick Island. Tragically, the accident resulted in the death of passenger Mary Jo Kopechne, a 28-year-old campaign strategist working for Kennedy, while an investigation into the event forever altered Kennedy's political legacy.
The Addy - Everyone deserves a great love story, but for 17-year-old Simon Spier, it's a little more complicated. He hasn't told his family or friends that he's gay.
GE Theatre - Director Derek Cianfrance will spend the afternoon mingling with guests at a VIP mixer and speaking about his experience filming
The Place Beyond the Pines in Schenectady. Includes raffles for signed movie memorabilia. A public screening of the 2012 film will follow at 3pm.
MacBeth - May 8 at 2 & 6:30pm 
GE Theatre - Presented by the Royal Opera:The warrior Macbeth fights on the side of the King of Scotland - but when a coven of witches prophesy that he shall become king himself, a ruthless ambition drives Macbeth and his wife to horrific acts.
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May 3, 5-8pm
510 State Street
Synthesizing - Opening Reception - The Makeup Curio is transforming their studio walls to create a space for local artists. Stop in to view work in a variety of mediums from Capital Region artists. Artwork on display through June 3. Light refreshments served. Free.
May 3, 5pm
Metroplex Office, 433 State Street, 4th Floor
Join us to learn about Electric City Barn, a new maker space coming to Schenectady in Summer 2018! Hosted by Colleen Wygal. RSVP to [email protected].
May 3, 7-8:30pm
137 State Street
Knit Night - Open knitting/crochet/spinning night for all fiber enthusiasts! Bring your project, bring a friend. Have a question or need a little guidance? Assistance is available from an experienced knitting, crochet, and spinning instructor.
May 4, Noon
Veterans Park
Celebrate National Fitness Month and help Schenectady County kick off Schenectady County Moves a Million, a campaign to help residents become more physically active. Free music, yoga, fitness activities & more.
May 6, 3pm
603 State Street
The final concert of our 40th anniversary of the Concert Series features Vincent Dubois, considered to be one of the finest concert organists to appear on the world stage in many years.
May 6, 2pm
907 State Street
Nature Walk - Experience the wildflowers, trees & animals of the unique 100 acre Urban Green Space and certified Wildlife Habitat and Arboretum.Lead by naturalist Amy Reilly Veino.
May 9, 1pm
Schenectady County Community College
Elston Hall,
78 Washington Avenue
A timely discussion about how connecting arts and culture along the Erie Canal can become an essential driver of sustainable communities. Check-in begins at 12pm; discussion from 1-3pm with a reception to follow at Mohawk Harbor.
RSVP to [email protected]v.
May 10, 11:30am
River Stone Manor
Good News Awards Luncheon - Honoring businesses, organizations and individuals in Schenectady County due to exceptional growth, a new or renovated building, celebration of a significant anniversary, demonstrating extraordinary community support, launching a unique product or service in the past year, or just being a true success story.
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1 Rush Street
Looking for something to complement your evening out in Downtown Schenectady?
Rivers Casino & Resort, located at nearby Mohawk Harbor, offers a regular schedule of events and promotions.
This Week's Event Highlights:
May 4, 8pm
May 5, 8pm
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10 North Jay Street
May 4, 8pm
It's ladies night at the Mopco. Come see an evening of all female, all improvised comedy. Ladies get a discount at the cafe tonight with $1 off beer and wine.
May 5, 8pm
If you love comedy, or have wondered what it's like on the set of "Tonight," "Conan," or "Kimmel," Mick Treadwell's 10 North Tonight is the show for you!
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15 Nott Terrace Heights
Monday-Saturday, 9am-5pm; Sunday, 12-5pm
May 4, 6-9pm
Join us in celebrating a Decade of Discovery with an evening of fine food, networking and a silent auction! Featuring Al Santor and friends; interactive experiences including the science behind brewing with George dePiro, chief brewing officer with Druthers Brewing Company; food stations; and desserts by Mazzone Catering. Tickets
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| Schenectady County Public Library Notes |
Monday - Thursday: 9am - 8pm
Friday - Saturday: 9am - 5pm
Sunday: 1 - 5pm
May 3, 6:30pm
McChesney Room
Robin Oliveira, book author of
My Name is Mary Sutter, will visit to discuss her new book entitled
Winter Sisters, set in Albany, NY. Copies of
Winter Sisters will be offered at a 20% discount at the
The Open Door Bookstore until April 26. Call the store at 518-346-2719 to place an order.
May 5, 9am-4pm & May 6, 1-3pm
Central Library Grounds
Most books $1, paperback books 3/$1, children's books $0.25 & $0.50. Bag sale Sunday: Fill a bag for $2!
600 Union Street
May- Adult fiction half price. On May 3, the Whitney will be
celebrating
16 years. Drop by and help them celebrate! They will be open from 4-7pm with all regularly priced items half price.
All proceeds support Schenectady County Public Library
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