Community Calendar

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

Upstairs at Avalon.

Pay what you wish

Last month sociologist Irwin Sperber discussed how the “circulation of elites” led to polluters running the government – such as the Environment Protection Agency. This month he will discuss how community activists, university programs in environmental studies and environmental science, and news media can make environmental NGOs live up to their mission statements. And can community activists shape regulatory agencies?

Step back into the vibrant world of the 1920s and 1930s with Jazz Age Illustration, a major exhibition exploring the art of popular illustration during this transformative era. Featuring over 100 works by renowned artists such as Aaron Douglas, John Held Jr., and Frank E. Schoonover, the exhibition delves into the cultural impact of illustration during a time of dramatic social change.

Organized by the Delaware Art Museum, Jazz Age Illustration is the first major exhibition to survey the art of popular illustration in the United States between 1919 and 1942—a vibrant and transformative era of innovation, evolving styles, social change, and expanding popular media.

This heartwarming collection of holiday themed works by Norman Rockwell—from Thanksgiving and Christmas to New Year’s—are showcased in this lively installation of enduring seasonal favorites. Renowned for his ability to capture the spirit of American life, Rockwell’s paintings reflect the joy and nostalgia of the season as inspired by classic tales, holiday festivities and greetings, and the artist’s unique brand of gentle humor. His masterful artistry and keen observations of human nature are also revealed in this important collection of original artworks—aspirational images that continue to inspire.
For more information, please visit https://www.nrm.org/2024/09/134735/

“Life’s most persistent and urgent question is, what are you doing for others?”-Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.

Honor Dr. King by Participating In The Dr. King Weekend Day Of Service!

Help repair gently used books so they can be gifted to others! Hosted by the Saratoga Children’s Literacy League.

Saratoga Central Catholic: Blanket making and pet food drive. Come make a cozy blanket that will be donated to a local pet shelter. Bring a donation of pet food or a gift card to PetSmart to help feed local pets in need.

MoonCatcher Project: Moon Bee! Come help Mooncatcher make renewable menstrual management kits for distribution worldwide! More info on the MoonCatcher Project and Capital Region Period Pantries here.

Come learn about the important work done in our community by Shelters of Saratoga, Saratoga PRIDE, Pitney Meadows Community Farm, League of Women Voters of Saratoga County, Soroptimists, Saratoga Immigration Coalition, Frederick Allen Lodge, Sustainable Saratoga, and more!

Light lunch by Jackson Soul Catering following the projects at noon

The highlight and culmination of our weekend, this community celebration will feature opening music by Soulist Garland Nelson, local speakers, and a keynote address by Minister Steven Boxley. Please join us to honor the life and legacy of Dr. King through our fellowship and community.

🎶 Monday Night Trivia at Larkin Hi-Fi
📍 Location: Larkin Hi-Fi, 199 Lark Street, Albany, NY
🕖 Time: Every Monday, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
💰 Entry: Free to play

Beginning Memorial Day, May 26.

Start your week with a harmonious blend of knowledge and nostalgia at Larkin Hi-Fi's Monday Night Trivia! Situated in the heart of Albany's vibrant Lark Street, this unique venue combines the charm of vintage vinyl with the thrill of trivia competition.

Gather your team and challenge your wits across a variety of engaging categories. Whether you're a trivia novice or a seasoned quizmaster, there's something for everyone. Enjoy the eclectic ambiance as you vie for bragging rights and prizes.

Doors open at 5:00 PM, giving you ample time to settle in and soak up the retro vibes before the trivia action begins at 7:00 PM. It's the perfect way to make your Mondays memorable!

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Step back into the vibrant world of the 1920s and 1930s with Jazz Age Illustration, a major exhibition exploring the art of popular illustration during this transformative era. Featuring over 100 works by renowned artists such as Aaron Douglas, John Held Jr., and Frank E. Schoonover, the exhibition delves into the cultural impact of illustration during a time of dramatic social change.

Organized by the Delaware Art Museum, Jazz Age Illustration is the first major exhibition to survey the art of popular illustration in the United States between 1919 and 1942—a vibrant and transformative era of innovation, evolving styles, social change, and expanding popular media.

This heartwarming collection of holiday themed works by Norman Rockwell—from Thanksgiving and Christmas to New Year’s—are showcased in this lively installation of enduring seasonal favorites. Renowned for his ability to capture the spirit of American life, Rockwell’s paintings reflect the joy and nostalgia of the season as inspired by classic tales, holiday festivities and greetings, and the artist’s unique brand of gentle humor. His masterful artistry and keen observations of human nature are also revealed in this important collection of original artworks—aspirational images that continue to inspire.
For more information, please visit https://www.nrm.org/2024/09/134735/

January 20 - February 28, 2026 Barbara Todd: Undoings
Troy-based Canadian textile artist Barbara Todd’s first regional solo exhibition