Dallas from FunScout with this weeks happenings roughly 5 miles from downtown Schenectady. 🎶🍻🎨🍷
Of course there is a lot more happening around the capital region outside of downtown which you can check on FunScout if you don't mind traveling a bit further. It actually seems like a quieter week...did I miss something? Please share in the comments!
📍 Thu, Sep 3
Peter Van Keuren Trio — Van Dyck Music Club
Two sets of live, piano-led jazz in a relaxed downstairs bar — free admission, tips appreciated; bar seating is first-come, first-served.
Meet the Historian — Schenectady County Public Library
Schenectady County Historian John Woodward will be available to answer questions and assist with local history and genealogy research; no registration required.
Tiny Book of Flowers — Thrifty Connections
Fold and assemble an accordion-style miniature book, then decorate each page with colorful papers, flower images, quotes, stamps, and washi tape — you’ll leave with a handmade keepsake ready to display or gift.
Art Camp Week 10B: Recycled Creations Summer Art Camp — Art in Mind
Campers ages 7 and up will transform recycled materials into unique works of art, designing original creations during four afternoons of engaging, eco-inspired workshops.
📍 Fri, Sep 4
New York Players & DJ Splash — Rivers Casino & Resort Schenectady
A live band teams with a DJ to deliver danceable covers, funk and R&B grooves, and club-style mixes—free admission for 21+.
Wine and Walk: Canal Days — Historical Society Museum & Library
Explore Schenectady's dramatic canal-era transformation on a guided walk, capped off with a relaxing complimentary glass of wine at the museum.
Completely Unchained — Frog Alley Brewing Co.
A high-energy Van Halen tribute band recreating the songs, stage production, and rowdy party vibe with tight harmonies, blazing guitar solos, and nonstop crowd interaction.
Jazz Evenings with Shaun McCarthy Trio — Rivers Casino & Resort Schenectady
Experience an evening of lively jazz performed by the Shaun McCarthy Trio, complemented by stylish surroundings and enticing drink specials.
Schenectady Social Cycle — Hardwired Fitness
Experience sociable group bike rides designed for all speeds—just bring your bike, invite friends, and get ready for a mellow community roll.
Leap into Fall Paint & Sip Event 9/4/26 @ 6:30pm — Art in Mind
A relaxed, family-friendly painting class where an art-educated instructor leads step-by-step on a 16x20 canvas; all supplies are provided and beverages/snacks are available for purchase.
Farmhouse Sunflower — Thrifty Connections
A cozy, step-by-step workshop where you'll upcycle canning rings and scrap fabric into textured farmhouse-style sunflowers—materials (mostly salvaged) included.
📍 Sat, Sep 5
Rhythm Pilots & DJ Young Wise — Rivers Casino & Resort Schenectady
A live band lays down soulful, danceable grooves while DJ Young Wise spins energetic mixes — a free, 21+ evening with an upbeat, dancefloor-driven vibe.
In the Dust with the Michael Bruce Duo — Frog Alley Brewing Co.
Two live sets—an early Michael Bruce Duo set followed by In the Dust late—deliver rootsy, harmony-rich Americana in a relaxed brewery atmosphere; 21+ with a late-night cover at the door.
Americana Paint & Sip Event 9/5/26 @ 6:30pm — Art in Mind
A family-friendly, instructor-led painting class for all ages—no experience needed—where you'll follow step-by-step to paint a 16×20 canvas; all supplies included and drinks/snacks available for purchase.
Jazz Evenings with Chad McLoughlin Trio — Rivers Casino & Resort Schenectady
Chad McLoughlin Trio delivers smooth, live jazz in an elegant setting, perfect for unwinding with specialty drinks and good company.
A Creative Makers Gathering — Thrifty Connections
Bring 12 identical handcrafted items to swap (give away 11, keep one), share the story behind your work in a cozy show-and-tell, and leave with a basket of new handmade treasures plus a simple mindful craft to take home.
Jazz Evenings at The Landing Hotel — The Landing Hotel
Experience smooth live jazz performances and expertly crafted cocktails in a relaxed, stylish hotel lobby atmosphere each Saturday evening.
Altered Altoid Tin: Bird Nest Box — Thrifty Connections
A hands-on mixed-media workshop where you'll cut, layer, and glue reclaimed papers, images, and natural bits to create a tiny three-dimensional bird nest inside a repurposed Altoid tin; finish by decorating the exterior with whimsical collage and embellishments for a unique keepsake.
📍 Sun, Sep 6
M.A.D.E Market — Jay Street Marketplace
A curated market showcasing local makers, artists, and designers offering handcrafted goods, prints, textiles, and unique gifts—perfect for browsing and supporting the creative community.
Monthly Correspondence Club — Arthur's 1795
Relax with a welcoming group as you write letters to friends or loved ones using complimentary stationery, stamps, and pens—no experience needed.