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St. Patty's Day Parade Saturday March 14th
St. Patty's Day Parade Saturday March 14th
St. Patty's Day Parade Saturday March 14th
This weekend is another big holiday weekend celebrated in the Cap City, it's St. Patrick's day weekend, which means some serious partying happening in the 518. Now the official holiday is Tuesday March 17th however we must party the weekend before...
More Days and Less of Charge At The New York State Fair This Year
More Days and Less of Charge At The New York State Fair This Year
More Days and Less of Charge At The New York State Fair This Year
Each year the New York State fair gets better and better either with a new ride addition , a special performer or some really good deals on admission. This year for the up and coming 2020 fair season according to News 9 The Great New York State Fair will not only potentially be five days longer, there will also be lower ticket prices...
Crossgates Mall Is Still A Favorite Place To Shop
Crossgates Mall Is Still A Favorite Place To Shop
Crossgates Mall Is Still A Favorite Place To Shop
Within the past 4 months there have be numerous incidences that have occurred at Crossgates Mall. From fighting , to theft to a recent women getting stabbed at the mall ,to almost 300 kids wondering the mall after an event reached capacity.  It may have caused some people to be a little wary about shopping in the mall or keeping there business in the mall...
2020 Kidz Expo Is Coming Soon
2020 Kidz Expo Is Coming Soon
2020 Kidz Expo Is Coming Soon
The Hannafords Kidz  Expo is making it’s way back to the 518 , Saturday March 7th from 10am to 5pm at the Empire State Plaza . A day full of entertainment and activities to keep your kids happy and on the go. Admission is FREE and there's something for kids of all ages...
Valentine’s Day In The Cap City
Valentine’s Day In The Cap City
Valentine’s Day In The Cap City
Love is in the air. This Friday is Valentine’s Day owww . Looking for something to do with your boo thang or some friends and family ,check these cool spots out in the 518.  This Friday Saturday and Sunday the weekend is looking pretty litty...
R&B Sensation Joe Live At Rivers
R&B Sensation Joe Live At Rivers
R&B Sensation Joe Live At Rivers
Get ready for R&B sensation Joe to invade Rivers Casino January 19th. Joe is a singer song writer know for his hit songs “Stutter” I don’t wanna Know” and “Don’t wanna be a player”. Joe is a seven-time GRAMMY Award nominee and has been nominated for other awards in the past  including a BET Award, NAACP Image Award, and four Soul Train Music Awards. Jo...
Skate With Players From Adirondack Thunder At The Empire Plaza
Skate With Players From Adirondack Thunder At The Empire Plaza
Skate With Players From Adirondack Thunder At The Empire Plaza
The Adirondack Thunder kicked off the new year with four consecutive out of town games and will return back to the Capital Region at the Cool Insuring Arena in downtown Glens Falls to take on the Maine Mariners on Wednesday, January 15. Players from the Adirondack Thunder however will make a special appearance at the Empire Plaza Skating rink  on January 12...
Celebrate 2020 with First Night In Saratoga
Celebrate 2020 with First Night In Saratoga
Celebrate 2020 with First Night In Saratoga
First Night Out in Saratoga is happening this Tuesday, December 31 to ring in the New Year. It is said to be the largest event happening outside the Big Apple on New Year’s Eve. If you're looking for something fun, festive and family-friendly check out First Night in Saratoga...
End The Year 2019 With A Bang
End The Year 2019 With A Bang
End The Year 2019 With A Bang
Less than 2 weeks away from the end of 2019 and the wrap up of a decade , it’s only one way to kick off the New Year and thats with a bang. If your planning on partying in the Capital Region New Year’s Eve and you haven’t quite got your plans in order , well there are a ton of partying spots to check out...
Madison Theater Opening Block Party
Madison Theater Opening Block Party
Madison Theater Opening Block Party
Madison Ave Theater is reopening this Thursday December 19th and will be celebrating the big day with a block party from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. and then with the movie premier of "Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker." If you plan on traveling that route during that time be cautious Madison Ave will be closed off in front of the theater...
Santa’s Coming To Town Dec. 7
Santa’s Coming To Town Dec. 7
Santa’s Coming To Town Dec. 7
Holidays in the Capital Region are always fun and even more fun when Santa comes a little early than his expected arrival. Save the date: Dec. 7 you can meet Santa early this year at the Messiah Lutheran Church from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. All ages are welcomed...
Coming To America : A Destination Wedding Fashion Show
Coming To America : A Destination Wedding Fashion Show
Coming To America : A Destination Wedding Fashion Show
Sincerely Black proudly presents Coming To America : A destination wedding fashion show. If you have ever seen the movie " Coming To America " then you know to expect extravagant fashion and an over the top show. If you are searching for some authentic, bold and creative African inspired apparel for the upcoming season...
Jurassic World Live Tour At Times Union Center
Jurassic World Live Tour At Times Union Center
Jurassic World Live Tour At Times Union Center
If you love movies like Jurassic Park, Jurassic World or just our fascinated with dinosaurs then today up until Sunday October 13th enjoy the Jurassic World Live tour at the Time Union Center. The kids will love it. There will be all types of prehistoric dinosaurs at the Times Union Center from T-Rex to Raptors to Triceratops and more at the live tour...
Albany's Annual Breast Cancer Walk
Albany's Annual Breast Cancer Walk
Albany's Annual Breast Cancer Walk
October is Brest Cancer Awareness month, and every year Albany, NY does a great job of participating and and curating events around awareness and bringing thousands of people together for a great cause. This year is no different. The Annual Breast Cancer walk will take place Sunday, October 20 in Washington Park in Albany...
Fun In The Upstate
Fun In The Upstate
Fun In The Upstate
Looking to get out and enjoy some fun in the upstate area. Check out this weeks event calendar. Kicking off October with the  happening at the Empire Plaza this Wednesday October 2nd from 10am to 2pm enjoy good food, music and vendors. Its free and open to the public...
Albany LarkFest This Saturday
Albany LarkFest This Saturday
Albany LarkFest This Saturday
New York's largest one day festival is back this Saturday, September 21st . Albany will be celebrating what will be  the 38th annual Lark Fest on Lark street happening tomorrow from 10:30am until 5pm. My favorite part at Lark fest is checking out all the local vendors and art...
Chris Brown Live At The Times Union Center Tonight
Chris Brown Live At The Times Union Center Tonight
Chris Brown Live At The Times Union Center Tonight
Finally the day has come. Chris Browns highly anticipated Indigoat tour has made its way to the 518. Tonight catch Yella Beezy, Tory Lanes and the one and only Chris Brown hitting the stage and turning up for one night only at that Times Union Center...
Albany Riverfront Jazz Fest This Saturday
Albany Riverfront Jazz Fest This Saturday
Albany Riverfront Jazz Fest This Saturday
A true fan of music will appreciate all the sounds of music, from Rock and Roll to HipHop and R&B to Rhythm and Blues to Gospel and Jazz. Music Is inspired from all over the world. As we enjoy the last few days of summer in the Capital District ,This Saturday August 7th come out and enjoy The Albany River Front Jazz  Festival. It...
Albany Fest 2019
Albany Fest 2019
Albany Fest 2019
This Saturday August 31st , come out to enjoy the vibes at the 2nd annual Albany Fest held at Lincoln Park (lower Eagle street level) in Albany. From 1-5pm enjoy music, performances, food, check out local vendors and more. There will also be a wing contest a basketball, and kickball game and if you nice with spades you can join in on that as well...
Labor Day Parade Sept 6th
Labor Day Parade Sept 6th
Labor Day Parade Sept 6th
I know Labor is this Monday September 2nd however the actual parade for Labor Day will be celebrated on Friday September 6th at the Corning Preserve in Albany. The parade will start at approximately 6pm. There will be food trucks, music, a rock wall,  game truck and fireworks for after the parade...
Free Movies In The Park
Free Movies In The Park
Free Movies In The Park
As part of the capital region movie summer series this Wednesday August 28th come out to the Empire plaza and catch a free movie under the stars. This week they will be playing My Fair Lady. Admission is Free. Movie starts at 8pm. Bring your own lawn chairs, blankets and snacks and enjoy a movie under the stars...
2019 Community Cares Cultural Fest
2019 Community Cares Cultural Fest
2019 Community Cares Cultural Fest
One thing I enjoy most about summer is all the outdoor events that take place but most importantly all the free events you can attend and enjoy. There had been over 100 events alone this summer that was dedicated to the community and was free and open to the public...
Free Book-Bag Giveaway!!
Free Book-Bag Giveaway!!
Free Book-Bag Giveaway!!
Back to school is in full effect from school shopping for the first day of school looks and getting all the school supplies needed for the new school year. It can be quite expensive depending on the grade and what is needed and if you have a pretty large family the cost can accumulate fast...
Another Successful Community Block Party
Another Successful Community Block Party
Another Successful Community Block Party
Another successful community event in the 518. Shout to the Palace Theater for putting together a great afternoon of fun for the kids and people in the Albany area. Kids could be seem getting there face painted, playing games and enjoying some of the free snacks and hotdogs that was provided...
Salt N Pepper Was Here In Albany NY Lastnight
Salt N Pepper Was Here In Albany NY Lastnight
Salt N Pepper Was Here In Albany NY Lastnight
I said " Salt N Pepper here yall" could be heard all night up into the iconic legendary Slat N Pepper hit the stage. Salt N Pepper brought in the vibes in Albany last Wednesday night . They played all there classics from “Push It” to What a man” and more...
2019 Albany Latin Festival
2019 Albany Latin Festival
2019 Albany Latin Festival
Save the date for the Latin Festival happening at Washington Park in Albany, Saturday August 24th. Come out and celebrate the beauty and diversity of the Hispanic culture. The Albany LatinFest is a full day of fun. Family oriented festival which includes musical performances, a wide array of food, arts and crafts, vendors and children amusements...
Community Block Party August 17th
Community Block Party August 17th
Community Block Party August 17th
Saturday August 17th come out for the 2nd annual community block party outside the Palace Theater in Albany Ny presented by the Palace Theater and Price Chopper Market 32. Its free and open to the public. Come out an enjoy an afternoon of family friendly activities, music by the ILL Funk Ensemble , vendors food trucks and more...
Altamont Fair is Back Aug 13th- Aug 18th
Altamont Fair is Back Aug 13th- Aug 18th
Altamont Fair is Back Aug 13th- Aug 18th
The annual Altamont Fair is back at the Altamont fair grounds,  August 13th to August 18th. Enjoy all the attractions and fun the Altamont Fair brings, excitement for everyone. From exciting entertainment to thrilling rides , to sweet treats and fair games, bring the family out and enjoy a day or the week at the Altamont Fair...

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