Your Weekly Guide to What's Up in Downtown
July 22, 2021
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Downtown Schenectady Starlight Cinema
Mark Your Calendar! | Wednesdays in August | Live Music at 6 p.m. | Movie at Dusk | Jay Street in Front of Schenectady City Hall
- Join the DSIC under the stars in front of City Hall every Wednesday in August for Downtown Schenectady Starlight Cinema!
- Sit on the steps of City Hall or bring your own chairs and blankets to enjoy a concert and movie for FREE! The event kicks off each week at 6 p.m. with live music; movies begin at dusk (around 8:15-8:30 p.m.).
- Come hungry and purchase dinner from the Mike's Hot Dogs food truck, or order takeout from one of our Downtown Schenectady restaurants and bring it with you to enjoy during the event.
- Come down early to shop and support our local businesses, and stock up on your favorite movie snacks from Bittersweet Candy.
- Thank you to our sponsors: Schenectady County, Capital Bank, The Daily Gazette, Schenectady County Public Library and the Schenectady Armory Center.
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Rediscover Downtown Schenectady
Downtown Schenectady is open for business! Now, more than ever before, it's vital to support our small, local entrepreneurs. Each week, we are featuring a different retailer, restaurant, or service business to keep you connected with all that Downtown Schenectady has to offer.
- A new adventure in urban retail. Awesome vintage furniture, both architectural and industrial salvage, reclaimed lumber, doors, windows, antiques and art. Loads to look at with something for everyone. Constantly adding and changing inventory. Stop by and explore!
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Save the Date! | August 7, 10 a.m.- 5 p.m.
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Stockade Art and Nature Garden Tour | Stroll the charming historic neighborhood and be welcomed into private gardens normally hidden from public view. The “Art” will feature works by artists from Living Resources‘ Carriage House Art Center.
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Advance tickets now on sale
14 N. Church Street | July 31, 10 a.m.
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Workshop: Learn to Weave | Learn basic weaving techniques by making a brooch you can wear on a short sleeve blouse. With everything you need to complete the project, the kit is curated and crafted sustainably.
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Gateway Plaza | Thursdays, through August 19
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- The Giants of Industry Tour | Visit gravesites of scientists, inventors, Industrialists and visionaries who made Schenectady "The City that Lights and Hauls the World."
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Art Exhibition | Featuring the work of artists living in Schenectady. Stop by to experience local works of art and check out our many items for sale.
Under the Proctors Marquee | Tuesdays through August 31
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Chess in the City | Free community event! Stop by for a game of chess on Tuesdays outside of Proctors. It's free to play and open to all ages. In case of rain, games will be moved inside Proctors.
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Angels and Icons | Stop by and check out this exhibit of original Greek Orthodox religious icons and original landscapes by artist Efthimios Stoja.
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Jazz on Jay
Thursdays, through Sept. 23 | 12-1:30 p.m. | Jay Street Marketplace
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Free Concert Series every Thursday at the corner of Jay and State streets in Downtown Schenectady.
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TODAY: Dylan Perrillo Quintet
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July 29: Jon LeRoy Trio
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August 5: Michael Benedict & Bobitude
- Come enjoy amazing jazz artists, then stick around for lunch or a bit of downtown shopping!
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- Max Scialdone | July 22, 7 p.m.
- Jim McArdle | July 23, 7 p.m.
- Josh Morris | July 22, 6 p.m.
- Wide Awake | July 23, 7 p.m.
- The Henchmen | July 24, 7 p.m.
- Tony "Lone Tone" Ezzo | July 25, 7:30 p.m.
- Zeppole Night with Brian Singing Italian Love Songs | Wednesdays, 6-8:30 p.m.
- Kevin & Josh | July 22, 6 p.m.
- The Refrigerators | July 23, 8:30 p.m.
- Wildside | July 24, 5 p.m.
- 2096 | July 24, 9 p.m.
- Hanzolo | July 25, 2 p.m.
- Live music on weekends. Check Facebook for information.
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- Live Music | Wednesdays, 5-8 p.m.
- Sean Feeney | July 22, 6 p.m.
- Jenna Sue | July 23, 7 p.m.
- Steve Cowles | July 24, 7 p.m.
- July 23 | Up the River
- July 24 | Matt Cosgrove
- July 25 | Ed Clifford
- July 26 | Matt Cosgrove
- Edward T. Clifford - The Human Jukebox | Every Wednesday, 5:30-8 p.m.
- Rob Fleming | July 22
- Happenstance | July 23
- Trevor Wheelock | Fridays, 5-8 p.m.
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Passport Parking is a free mobile app that offers contactless payment for on-street parking and parking lots in Downtown Schenectady.
Download the app ( Android, iPhone) and enjoy the convenience of paying for parking via your smartphone.
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Stay informed on the latest economic development news in Schenectady County.
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The CDPHP Cycle bike share program is celebrating its 5th season of pedaling with more bikes, new locations and more fun for residents of Schenectady and other Capital Region locations.
Download the CDPHP Cycle! app:
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10 North Jay Street
July 23 & 24, 8 p.m.
Starting July 23, Mopco will reopen its doors to a limited capacity audience. The Mop & Bucket Company will be back home on North Jay St. in Schenectady, creating an evening of scene, game, story and song inspired by your suggestions. Shows may include some audience volunteer participation, but never any audience humiliation!
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Coming Soon!
CDTA announces their first fully electric scooters will be available to rent later this month! Scooters will be located at designated SCOOT racks in Schenectady and other Capital Region cities.
Scooters will be available every day from 6 a.m. - 11 p.m. and can be accessed using the SCOOT mobile app.
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The Downtown Dish
This week's recipe is a delicious Indian-inspired recipe that can be made on the grill. So easy and full of amazing flavors!
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Sundays from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Outdoors Around City Hall
Fresh local produce and artisan goods in a festive community atmosphere with 80+ vendors. Complimentary CDTA trolley runs 9:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. | Map & Information
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Thursdays, 9:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m.
Outdoors Around City Hall
Fresh locally-produced fruits and vegetables, natural eggs, herbs, baked goods, flowers & plants, crafts and more.
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Health & Wellness in Downtown
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Ptale Stretch and Zumba powered by Vent is back:
- Ptale every Wednesday, 6:30 p.m. & Saturday, 10:30 a.m.
- Zumba on Thursdays at 7 p.m,, weather permitting.
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Yoga Bliss outdoor yoga classes:
- Fridays at 5:30 p.m. | Happy Hour Yoga
- Sundays at 8:30 a.m. | Breathwork & Meditation
- Sundays at 9 a.m. | Healthy Bliss Yoga
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Get out on your bike or walk and enjoy some fresh air on this paved shared-use path connecting Albany and Schenectady counties, including an on-street segment through the heart of Downtown Schenectady. Click here for a PDF map of the Cohoes to Rotterdam Junction section of the trail.
- Stroll through and learn about Schenectady's historic neighborhood dating to 1661. The audio narrative is activated as you cross into nearby GPS zones and then guides you around the streets to points of interest.
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2021 Hometown Heroes Banner Program
Congratulations and thank you to all of our honorees, their families and our sponsors, including Hometown Heroes major sponsor SEFCU.
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Browse a Map of Downtown Schenectady Businesses
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Catch Up on Downtown Schenectady News
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Downtown Schenectady Improvement Corporation | Website
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