Community Calendar

Female mariachi singer, musician, and Latin American folkloric dancer and choreographer Veronica Robles has become a cultural icon for Boston’s Latino community. Through her powerful use of music, dance, and cultural traditions, she brings people together while celebrating the richness and importance of diversity.

The Thursday Musical Club will present "Love Notes" on Sunday, April 19 at 2:00 pm at the First Reformed Church of Schenectady, 8 N. Church St. in the Stockade. The women’s chorus will offer songs about love for music and love for each other drawn from the classical, Broadway, and popular repertoire. Kofi Opoku-Aning, scholarship recipient from SUNY Schenectady Community College will perform. The chorus is directed by Julie Panke and accompanied by Ryan Devine, piano; Randy Jennings, bass; and Michael Atchley, percussion. A reception will follow the concert.

Nancy Donnelly will present a tribute to legendary jazz vocalists during Jazz Appreciation month. This afternoon concert is sponsored by the Music Performance Trust Fund in celebrating Jazz Appreciation Month throughout the Capital Region. Nancy will be joined by a stellar trio with John LeRoy on keyboard, Erik Johnson on bass and Bob Halek on Drums.

“Nancy Donnelly is an exciting singer whose voice is nestled nicely somewhere in between jazz and soul, a rich, warm and powerful sound” Peter Eldridge (New York Voices).

“Jazz vocalist Nancy Donnelly is a taste of the old school of jazz, when vocals counted for something. Her voice carries you off to the jazz and swing clubs of the 30’s and 40’s. Her voicing is mellow and smooth, with the natural tones not found in this world taken over by smooth jazz and contemporary synthesized music”.- EPerry @ musicianreview.net

Smith College Vocal Performance students present classic songs from the Golden Age of Broadway. From Tin Pan Alley to the first American musicals, enjoy the songs of legendary composers like Irving Berlin, Cole Porter, Richard Rodgers, and more.

Experience the sights, sounds and aromas of the electrifying midway with exciting rides and games for all ages and deep-fried treats, sweets and other tantalizing carnival eats.

Admission and parking are free.

Unlimited ride wristbands (for riders 36" & taller) are $37 on site ($35 cash price) or online before 5 pm Thurs., April 16 for $29 each, 2/$55 or 4/$99.

Visit the website for pre-sale ride ticket savings and discount coupons for rides and food.

Midway hours: 5-10 pm Monday - Thursday, 5-11 pm Friday, noon-11 pm Saturday, noon-10 pm Sunday

Guests under 18 must be accompanied by an adult age 21+. Please check the website for event updates before attending.

More information: 866-666-3247 or DreamlandAmusements.com
https://dreamlandamusements.com/upcoming-events-amusement-carnival/jefferson-valley-mall-carnival/

Improvising Quartet with Keith Pray-Saxophones/John Esposito-piano/Otto Gardner-bass/Bobby Previte-drums

Upstairs at Avalon.

Pay what you wish

Berkshires Jazz is hosting the twentieth annual Pittsfield CityJazz Festival, which runs from April 17-25 in venues throughout the City’s Upstreet Cultural District. Presenting the gamut of artists, from prodigies and local musicians to rising stars and top names, headline concerts feature Grace Kelly, Veronica Swift, and Georgia Heers. Most of the events are free, including an open jam session, the annual jazz crawl, and a jazz prodigy concert.

Join the Huyck Preserve in Rensselaerville for a celebration of Earth Day and International Dark Sky Week. The night will start with a lecture by Craig Frank, Ph.D. of Fordham University on the importance of dark skies for northeastern bat species. Following the lecture, enjoy a reception including refreshments and fun bat and star activities. After dark, Mindy Townsend, Ph.D. of Dudley Observatory at Siena will lead a star party (weather permitting) where participants will use telescopes and other equipment to view the early spring night sky.

Lecture (7-8PM)
The direct and indirect effects of artificial light on insectivorous bats
Craig Frank, Ph.D., long-time researcher at the Huyck Preserve and Associate Professor and Environmental Science Co-Director in the Department of Biological Sciences at Fordham University, returns for a special lecture. Craig's current research focuses on the impacts of and recovery from White-Nose Syndrome in northeastern bat species. Join us to learn about why dark skies are so critical to one of our region's most important nocturnal mammals.
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Registration is required; event limited to 30 people. Suggested donation free for members and $5 per person for non-members

From the creator of the hit live series and podcast Drunk Black History, comedian Brandon Collins (New York Comedy Festival) presents a hazy, hilarious remix on edu-tainment.

At High Black History, guests attempt to recap the biography of a historical black figure, event, or program related to the cannabis industry…while very, very elevated.

Expect wild detours, passionate deep-dives, forgotten facts, and the kind of joyful chaos that happens when smart people try to stay focused but absolutely cannot.

You’ll laugh, you’ll learn, and might even catch a contact high.

Joining host Brandon onstage will be Alexis Bradby (Paramount+), Dasheeda Dawson (Award winning author), Solonje Burnett (Weed Auntie), and more!

This event is sponsored by Taste Buds and SASS.

The Bell House
149 7th Street, Brooklyn, NY 11215

Sunday, April 19th
Doors open at 6:30pm
Show at 7:30pm

This spring in April, kids can explore the exciting world of circus at our youth camp! In a supportive, non-competitive environment, they’ll build confidence, communication skills, and perseverance while learning to juggle, perform aerials, acrobatics, or clowning. Plus, they’ll discover circus history and traditions through creative, fun activities! Age 3 - 17, half day and full day camps available!