518 Bites & Sights

Nine Pingo
2026-09-01 18:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York) | Nine Pin Ciderworks, 929 Broadway, Albany, NY, 12207, United States
Join us every first and third Tuesday of the month at 6:00 pm for Nine PINGO!
Enjoy a cider while we will host this classic game with a Nine Pin theme – with a chance to win some amazing prizes of course!
There’s a twist though – to claim your prize, you must complete a table top ninepins skill test. Entry is free.

Women Aren’t Funny Series
2026-09-02 19:30 - 21:00 | Universal Preservation Hall, 25 Washington St, Saratoga Springs, NY, 12866, United States
“Women Aren’t Funny” is a monthly groundbreaking all-female comedy series that proves just the opposite at UPH. Join us each month for a night of bold, unapologetic humor from some of the funniest women in the business. Expect sharp wit, hilarious insights, and the kind of belly laughs that only women can deliver. This isn’t just a comedy show; it’s a movement. Come for the laughs, stay for the empowerment. Because yes, women ARE funny—seriously funny.

Coffee & Community
2026-09-04 15:00 - 17:00 | Arthur’s, 35 North Ferry St., Schenectady, NY, 12305, United States
On the first Friday of every month, Arthur’s will be reserving a space for the 518 Asian Alliance to connect with members of the local community. All are welcome to join!

First Friday
2026-09-04 17:00 - 19:00 | Albany Institute of History & Art, 125 Washington Avenue, Albany, NY, 12210, United States
Albany Institute of History & Art holds extended hours for the city of Albany’s popular First Friday program! Enjoy free gallery admission to visit our current exhibitions.

Live Music
2026-09-05 20:00 - 22:00 | Nine Pin Ciderworks, 929 Broadway, Albany, NY, 12207, United States
Stop by the cidery on the first Saturday of every month from 8:00 – 10:00 pm for live music from local musicians.

Monthly Correspondence Club
2026-09-06 14:00 - 16:00 | Arthur’s, 35 North Ferry St., Schenectady, NY, 12305, United States
The Schenectady Correspondence Club meets at Arthur’s on the first Sunday of every month to write letters to friends, family, and anyone else you might feel inspired to send some snail mail. They provide free stationary, stamps, and pens. Plus, it’s always a really fun group of people! No tickets needed. Just swing by and join in.

Trivia Night with Typhoid Mary
2026-09-08 18:00 - 20:30 | Nine Pin Ciderworks, 929 Broadway, Albany, NY, 12207, United States
Join us for Nine Pin Trivia hosted by Typhoid Mary every second Tuesday of the month! Sign-ups start at 6:00 pm and trivia begins promptly at 6:30 pm.
Categories range from pop culture, sports, entertainment, music, current events, and more. Prizes include cider flights and other great Nine Pin items!

Bingo Night
2026-09-09 18:00 - 20:00 | Wolf Hollow Brewing Company, 6882 Amsterdam Rd, Schenectady, NY, 12302, United States
Join us for Bingo Night the final Wednesday of each month! Free to play and all materials are provided. Dinner service by Cruet Pizza.

Monthly Knitting Club
2026-09-13 15:00 - 17:00 | Arthur’s, 35 North Ferry St., Schenectady, NY, 12305, United States
A monthly gathering (every second Sunday) with fellow fiber enthusiasts to knit, relax, and socialize. All levels of experience are welcome! Please bring your own materials. No tickets or RSVP necessary.
Questions? Email Shannon at syzhang123@gmail.com

Saratoga Record Riot
2026-10-18 09:00 - 17:00 | Saratoga Springs City Center, 522 Broadway, Saratoga Springs, NY, 12866, United States
10 AM-5 PM Regular admission $5.00. Early admission $15 at 9 AM. SUPER EARLY admission $25.
Beautiful venue, right on Broadway in downtown Saratoga Springs!
Regular vendors: Iris Records (new vinyl & CDs), Ed from Sweet Side Records, Ross Marvin, Jim Furlong (Last Vestige), Ed from Sweet Side Records, Patchoulie Julie, Bruce Rose from Rose’s Repeats, Mike Curtin (CDs/LPs), John Bastone, Jim Favaloro, many more.
60 tables of LPs, CDs & 45s
Dealer info: 6 foot tables, $80 ($100 in 2026), spacious room, easy load-in from street or drive directly into the building—3 cars at a time! For more info, visit http://www.vinylsteve.com, register, log in and RSVP your table. Table rent collected around 2 PM on the day of the show.
The Saratoga Record Riot takes place twice a year. Don’t miss the big vinyl dig!
(2026 dates: Sundays February 22nd and October 18th)
