Community Calendar

Best Night Together A one-of-a-kind evening of connection, celebration, and purpose.

Best Night Together is a tribute to the compassion, resilience, and generosity that define our communities. As we come together to share food, laughter, and stories, we’re also raising critical funds to support Together for Youth’s mission of keeping children and families together across more than 60 counties in New York State. Your presence helps expand essential programs and build stronger, more connected communities.

Let’s come together to invest in the future we believe in.

What you can expect:

Memorable evening celebrating the impact of those that contribute to the mission of Together for Youth

Delicious food stations from Old Daley Catering

Complimentary beer, wine, soda

Live entertainment

Silent auction

Enjoyable experience in the newly renovated Hart Lounge

Deep Sandwich Trivia at Emack & Bolio’s

Wednesday’s from 630pm to 830pm
Beginning October 1st

Deep Sandwich Trivia delivers a fresh take on the classic pub quiz, mixing original question sets, quirky bonus rounds, and plenty of laughs. At Emack & Bolio’s, the all-ages game pairs perfectly with ice cream, making it a fun, welcoming event for families, friends, and anyone looking for a challenge.

About the Host

Samantha Mabee, a Navy veteran and STEM educator, created Deep Sandwich Trivia to bring people together through curiosity and play. With her mix of structure, creativity, and humor, she turns every trivia night into a shared experience that’s as memorable as it is competitive.

Please visit www.DeepSandwich.xyz for more information about other DeepSandwich trivia events in Albany.

Move with mindfulness and find balance in nature with Katherine Henderson. Offered on alternating Thursdays from May to September, Tai Chi is a gentle practice that promotes relaxation, reduces stress, and improves strength and stability. Set against the serene backdrop of LongHouse, this class welcomes all ages and experience levels to slow down, breathe deeply, and connect with the beauty around you. Also offered on Saturdays.

The CDL School is hosting a free CDL Employment and Training Career Fair on Thursday, September 17, 2026, from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM at the Holiday Inn Express & Suites Albany Airport Area–Latham, located at 400 Old Loudon Road in Latham.

Current CDL holders, recent graduates, prospective students, and anyone interested in exploring a career in the trucking industry are invited to attend. Participants will have the opportunity to meet directly with recruiters from local, regional, and national employers, learn about available driving positions and career paths, and discover how to begin CDL training.

The event is free and open to the public. Registration is encouraged, and attendees are welcome to bring friends or family members who may also be interested in CDL career or training opportunities.

https://cdlschool.com/career-fair/albany

Conversation with Suketu Mehta, the author of This Land Is Our Land: An Immigrant's Manifesto (2019), a compelling argument for why the United States would benefit from accepting more immigrants.

Salman Rushdie said, “Written ‘in sorrow and anger,’ this is a brilliant and urgently necessary book, eloquently making the case against bigotry and for all of us migrants― what we are not, who we are, and why we deserve to be welcomed, not feared.”

Mehta was a Pulitzer finalist for his 2004 book, Maximum City: Bombay Lost and Found, an insider’s guide to a vast metropolis. An active journalist, NYU journalism professor, and long-time New Yorker, Mehta writes frequently about New York City, its immigrants, and the rise of Zohran Mamdani.

Two events on Thursday, September 17
--- 4:30 p.m. - University at Albany
Recital Hall, UAlbany Performing Arts Center
1400 Washington Avenue, Albany NY 12222
Free and open to the public. No registration

A second conversation will take place at
7:30 p.m. Opalka Gallery, Russell Sage College
140 New Scotland Ave., Albany NY 12208
For the Russell Sage event, registration is encouraged. See website for details.

Experience the beauty of Thousand Acre Swamp at dusk during this guided evening paddle with the Housatonic Valley Association! We’ll explore wetland habitats, look for wildlife, and enjoy the transition from day to night on the water. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to experience local nature in a new light!

This leisurely paddle is appropriate for all levels and is perfect for those looking to explore the wildlife and scenic views of Berkshire County. The group will meet at 6 p.m. at the boat launch off Hotchkiss Road in New Marlborough. The trip is expected to take 2 hours.

The only conservation organization dedicated to the entire tri-state Housatonic River watershed, the Housatonic Valley Association acts to protect the natural character and environmental health of the region, from the Berkshires to Long Island Sound, through river restoration projects, land conservation initiatives, and environmental educational programs. Learn more at hvatoday.org.

Join us for a trail run and walk to raise funds for the Preserve and the Rensselaerville Library! The Ramble starts and ends at the Huyck Preserve's Eldridge Research Center and will take you through the Huyck Preserve's beautiful forests for distances of 2 miles, 5 miles, or 8 miles.

Once a month on Saturday mornings from 10:30am to 12:30pm, LongHouse welcomes you and your furry friend for a special morning of fresh air and fun. Let your pup romp in the Albee Amphitheater, meet fellow dog lovers & members, and enjoy a lively, social start to the day.

Through our partneship with ARF, we offer free admission for ARF adopters and supporters. Be sure to come on select days when we have some furry friends from ARF joining us as well!

For everyone’s enjoyment, all dogs must remain within the area of the Amphitheater.

A weekend full of printmaking during Art Walk Kingston
The Midtown Kingston Arts District (MKAD) presents the 2026 Steamroller Print Fest as part of Art Walk Kingston. During the weekend-long fest, various events will take place simultaneously at two MKAD locations.

Occurring on Saturday, September 19th (rain-date: September 20th) from 11-4pm, this supersized event is a printmaking tradition and celebration of the artists in our community. 25+ local artists come together to carve and print 2 ft’ linoleum blocks with a steamroller live on Iwo Jima Lane! Come witness this printing process, meet the artists, join free workshops, and enjoy live music and hot food!

During the Steamroller Print Fest visitors are welcomed to come by the Neighborhood Print Studio at 49 Greenkill Avenue. We will be selling proofs by the artists of their prints. We will also provide live tours and demonstrations of the printing equipment throughout our print shop. It will be a valuable opportunity to be introduced to the space and meet the artists working at our studio!

2026 Steamroller Print Fest Poster Artist Credit: Lora Shelley

Join the Town of Lee and the Lee Chamber of Commerce for
Free Family Fun Day as part of Lee Founders Weekend
Saturday, September 19, 2026
11 am - 2 pm
(Immediately following Lee's Founders Parade at 10 am)

At the Lee Athletic Field
120 Housatonic Street, Lee

Performances by: 413 Cheer, Gymnastics Unlimited, Magician Bruce Bowey, and Musician Willy Welch

Featuring:
Free Pony and Donkey Rides
Free Circus Skills Activities
Free Balloon Animals
Free Face Painting
Free Hair Tinsel
Free NinjaFit Obstacle Course Training with Ninja Athletes
Free Bounce Houses
Free Sports, Arts, and Hands on Activities
Pop-up Kid-Led Business Market
Free Ice Cream
Free Cotton Candy and
Additional Food for Sale

Additional details are available at https://leema.gov/Youth-Commission.