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From traditional and cutting-edge theater to hands-on museums and revered institutions of higher learning, there is plenty to feed your mind and curiosity in downtown.
Browse Downtown Schenectady's shops, restaurants, services, lodging, cultural attractions, transportation and parking.
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Come shop for flowers, produce, bakes goods and much more from a variety of local vendors.
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A festive marketplace with more than 70 vendors who produce everything they sell.
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Music & Entertainment
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Open Mic Comedy NIght
Thursdays, 8:30pm
Thursday
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Indie Rock Night, 9pm
Saturday: DJ Yosh, 9pm
Frank Jaklitsch
October 9, 6:30pm
2Late
October 10, 6:30pm
J
osh & Justin
October 8, 7pm
Nite-Train
October 9, 9pm
Jet Crash Boys
October 10, 9pm
Patrick Sharrow
October 9, 5:30-9pm
Mr. or Miss Clinton St. Pageant
October 10, 10:30pm
Life Line
October 9, 9pm
Completely Different
October 8, 7-10pm
Bronte Roman
October 9, 7-10pm
Check Out All of
Downtown Schenectady's
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The Downtown Dish
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Fall is upon us, and apples
and pumpkins abound. Let's
explore some recip
es using
these great ingredients.
This week we have an easy pumpkin bread to serve as a dessert or snack.
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| The Ultimate Michael Experience |
 October 9, 8pm
Mainstage at Proctors
The Ultimate Michael Experience starring Joby Rogers is both entertaining and electrifying. This full stage, high energy production is a tribute to the music and dance of the world famous superstar. Rogers' stunning resemblance to Jackson, combined with the intricate dance moves of the genius himself, presents an exciting performance preserving the legacy and spirit of this entertainment Icon.
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On The Stage
Underground - All the fun and creativity of improv with the excitement of a sporting event.
Mainstage - A nostalgic tribute to the masters of those glimmering days of yesteryear. The afternoon will feature special guests who will perform live sketches, routines and songs.
On The Screen
GE Theatre
- Silent with live music by the Andrew Alden Ensemble.
Gone With the Wind -
October 12, 2:30 & 7pm 
GE Theatre - The epic Civil War drama focuses on the life of petulant southern belle Scarlett O'Hara, tracing her survival through the tragic history of the South during the Civil War and Reconstruction, and her tangled love affairs with Ashley Wilkes and Rhett Butler.
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| Candlelight Walking Tours |
 Fridays in October, 7 & 7:30pm
Schenectady Co. Historical Society
32 Washington Avenue
Explore the historic Stockade after dark to discover the neighborhood's haunting past! This year their are two tours: The Colonial Candlelight Tour explores the early history of the Stockade from its settlement in 1661 to the American Revolution. The Victorian Candlelight Tour ventures into further reaches of the neighborhood and features stories from the 19th century(this tour requires more walking). More...
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Thanks
for
Another
Sold
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Out
Wing
Walk
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A total of 18 restaurants served up a mouthwatering selection of chicken wing recipes during the 4th Annual Wing Walk in Downtown Schenectady on October 3. Guests flocked to downtown for the sold-out event, with 1,000 tickets sold through the Proctors Box Office. Guests cast votes for their favorite wing; we're pleased to announce the 2015 People's Choice Wing Walk Winner was 20 North Broadway Tavern for their Sweet & Spicy Buffalo Style Wing.
 Visit the DSIC's Facebook Page to view Wing Walk photos, articles and all the results. Be sure to Like our page to keep up with Downtown Schenectady's events and news!
Thanks to ALL of our restaurants and visitors for making it an incredible day in downtown for the Wing Walk, as well as to our event partner, the Schenectady County Visitors Agency.
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7th Annual Crawl For a Cure
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October 24, 4-10pm
Around Downtown
Come join the fun and Crawl For a Cure to raise funds to fight breast cancer. Sponsored by Miller Lite.
With each paid ticket ($15), you have a chance to win a $800 gift card (for best poker hand) AND entries to win 14 $50 gift cards from participating bars. Miller Lite drink specials at all the bars during the event.
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128 Jay Street
October 11, 12-1:30pm
Bob Cudmore signing
Lost Mohawk Valley
Through October 24
129 Jay Street
Artist in the Gallery Series: Featuring K.O. Wilson Exhibition of current trains. View his photographs, along with a model train exhibit.
October 14-18
Union College
All haiku poets and interested parties are welcome. It is a long weekend of papers, panels, workshops, readings, performances, book sales, and much socializing with fellow poets, translators, scholars, editors, and publishers. Both established and aspiring haiku poets are welcome.
Cell Phone Walking Tours in Downtown
Take a self-guided tour of the
Stockade Historic District and hear unique stories about the architecture and people who helped shape Schenectady's 350+ year history. Also, explore the
Erie Canal through 14 mobile audio stops. Discover the history and innovation that made the canal possible and how it affected Schenectady residents.
Sundays through October 27, 10am-2pm
The Market is held along the Jay Street Marketplace in the heart of downtown.
Schenectady Today Show
Tuesdays, 10-11am
Underground at Proctors
Be part of the audience for the filming of the Schenectady Today Show. Meet host Ann Parillo and the show's guests.
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| Hometown Heroes Banners Walking Tour |
 Through November 11
Downtown Schenectady
Take a stroll around beautiful Downtown Schenectady and view 43
Hometown Heroes banners honoring Schenectady military men and women.
Pick up a copy of the
Hometown Heroes
banner map and bios of many of the honorees at the DSIC office, 143 State Street, Monday-Friday, 9am-5pm. More...
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| miSci (museum of innovation & science) |
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Museum Hours: Mon-Sat: 9am-5pm, Sun: 12-5pm
Join other museum visitors in this out-of-this-world experience! See what it's like to do experiments in space and take home a souvenir from your experience.Space is limited. Purchase tickets in advance at 518-382-7890 x237 or when you arrive at miSci (if space is available).
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| Schenectady County Public Library Notes |
 Central Library
99 Clinton Street
Monday - Thursday: 9am - 8pm
Friday - Saturday: 9am - 5pm
Sunday: 1 - 5pm
All Schenectady County Public Libraries will be closed for
Columbus Day, October 12
600 Union Street
Through October: Craft & hobby books $1.00
In conjunction with the Edgar Allen Poe open house, the Whitney seeks original spooky poems for the first ever poetry contest. One winner per category. Prizes will include a gift certificate to the Whitney Book Corner. All entries must be postmarked no later than October 10
All proceeds support Schenectady County Public Library
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