Your Weekly Guide to What's Up in Downtown
July 29, 2021
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Downtown Schenectady Starlight Cinema
Wednesdays in August | Live Music at 6 p.m. | Movie at Dusk | Jay Street in Front of Schenectady City Hall
This Week | August 4
LIVE MUSIC | Running the River | 6-7:45 p.m.
MOVIE | Raya and the Last Dragon | Dusk (approx. 8:30 p.m.)
- 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.
- Rely on Burns for all your automotive needs. Whether you're living in, working in or visiting downtown, Burns can service your car. From engine repair to transmission troubles, oil change or tire rotation, Burns will help you keep your vehicle running smoothly.
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Schenectady Business Awards Nominations Now Open
This fall, the Chamber of Schenectady County will honor businesses located in Schenectady County that have made positive contributions to the community. They are now accepting nominations for the following categories:
- Rising Star/Outstanding New Business Award
- Business Innovation Award
- Enterprise of the Year Award
- Business Leader Award
- Renaissance Award
To be considered, an organization or individual should not have received an award at this event in the past 10 years. Click here to view previous award recipients. Please submit nominations no later than 5 p.m. on Thursday, August 19, 2021.
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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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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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Bakers Showcase | Showcasing FIVE start-up bakeries based in the Capital District: Ppang Bakery (Asian-inspired sweet breads and cookies; Meezan's Kitchen (Middle Eastern delicacies with a modern flair; Nonna Anne's Kitchen (Italian Cookies and Pastries; Downtown Dough (Stuffed Cookies); and Scotia Sweets (Cookies, Brownies & More).
- 10% of all proceeds will benefit Street Soldiers Schenectady.
- No entry fee for this outdoor event. The shop will be open to browse for local groceries, gifts, and souvenirs.
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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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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: Jon LeRoy Trio
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August 5: Michael Benedict & Bobitude
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August 12: The Dadtet
- Come enjoy amazing jazz artists, then stick around for lunch or a bit of downtown shopping!
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Rivers Casino & Resort
Save the Dates! | Live music returns to the Mohawk Harbor Amphitheater with Rivers Casino & Resort Schenectady presenting two nights of FREE live music featuring timeless hits of rock music. You are welcome to bring chairs & blankets to sit on. Concerts are rain or shine.
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August 21, 5 p.m. | Journeyman, a tribute to Eric Clapton will take the stage. Main concert will be preceded by a favorite local band.
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August 28, 5 p.m. | The Lords of 52nd Street will wow the crowd with Billy Joel’s greatest hits followed by a spectacular fireworks display. Main concert will be preceded by a favorite local band.
- Food trucks will be available to purchase food and drinks.
Dukes Lounge | July 30 & 31 | 7-10 p.m. | Live entertainment with Jeanine Ouderkirk
Van Slyck's | Friday & Saturday 9 p.m. - 1 a.m. | DJ's are back!
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- Steve Candlen | July 29, 7 p.m.
- Josh & Kevin | July 30, 7 p.m.
- Rhythm Pilots | July 30, 7 p.m.
- Soul Jam | July 31, 7 p.m.
- Zeppole Night with Brian Singing Italian Love Songs | Wednesdays, 6-8:30 p.m.
- Ill Funk | July 29, 6 p.m.
- Tommy V | July 30, 7 p.m.
- The Brokedown | July 30, 8:30 p.m.
- Darryl Daily | July 31, 3 p.m.
- Rattail Jimmy | July 31, 6 p.m.
- Completely Unchained | July 31, 7 p.m.
- The Vinny Michaels Band | July 31, 9 p.m.
- Kweenz Brunch | August 1, 11 p.m.
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- Live music on weekends. Check Facebook for information.
- Live Music | Wednesdays, 5-8 p.m.
- Jim McCardle | July 30, 7 p.m.
- Jenna Sue | July 31, 7 p.m.
- Joe Sinatra | July 29, 5-7 p.m.
- Edward T. Clifford - The Human Jukebox | Every Wednesday, 5:30-8 p.m.
- Rob Fleming | July 29
- Matt Cosgrove | July 30
- 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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Look for Downtown Schenectady Demonstrations Coming Soon!
CDTA announces their first fully electric scooters. Scooters will be available soon daily from 6 a.m. - 11 p.m. and can be accessed using the SCOOT mobile app.
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10 North Jay Street
Welcome Back to MOPCO LIVE!
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432 State Street
July 30, 7 p.m. | July 31, 2 & 7 p.m.
The students in this year’s Broadway Camp will be performing RENT School Edition. The cast, crew and pit orchestra are made up of local students from the Capital Region and beyond. Performances will take place on the MainStage. Tickets
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The Downtown Dish
This week's recipe is an all- in-one meal packet, making cleanup easy!
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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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