Good morning, Albany.

On March 30, thousands joined No Kings rallies across the region, including a major gathering on Broadway in Saratoga Springs organized by Indivisible ADK/Saratoga.

Local residents exchanged views on community issues + connected to make their voices heard.

Saxbys and UAlbany partner to launch a student-led café offering hands-on business learning at the Massry School of Business.

The venue will open Sept. 3 to serve signature drinks & food while students take on leadership roles.

Centennial Hall on the former St. Rose campus was turned over to UAlbany on Monday, Mar.

30, and the $12 million building is set to house upper-level students for fall *with a waiting list* already in place.

New York State awarded more than $5 million to fund 51 invasive species projects across the state.

The grants supported boat steward programs in Tupper Lake and research at local universities — including projects to restore native aquatic vegetation and improve detection methods.

Mya Carroll from UAlbany women's lacrosse was named America East Rookie of the Week for the fourth time after scoring six points (three goals, three assists) against Syracuse and Binghamton.

Her play boosted the Great Danes' performance in America East standings.

UAlbany athletics are set to host a busy week at home, starting with a softball doubleheader tomorrow (at UAlbany Field), followed by a three-game baseball series (at Varsity Field) and a men's lacrosse contest on Saturday (at Tom & Mary Casey Stadium) against Binghamton.

Brady Smith was named America East Goalkeeper of the Week on Monday after making 13 saves in UAlbany’s win over UMass Lowell last Saturday—his first weekly honor this season.

The Great Danes will return home on Saturday at 2:00 p.m. to face Binghamton at Tom and Mary Casey Stadium.

First Friday at Albany Center Gallery with Mixed Roots

5-8 p.m. — Albany Center Gallery — Free entry — Experience live music by Mixed Roots while enjoying the 27th annual High School Regional Juried Art Exhibition.

Lake Street Dive Concert

7:30-9:00 p.m. — Palace Theatre — Enjoy a night of vibrant music blending soul, folk, jazz, and classic pop.

iDKHOW Concert

7-10 p.m. — Empire Live — Tickets from $35 — iDKHOW brings an electrifying live performance to Albany that fans can't miss.

Dashboard Confessional Concert

8-10 p.m. — Empire Live — Tickets from $14 — Enjoy a live performance by Dashboard Confessional in a vibrant venue.

Fetty Wap Concert

8:00-11:59 p.m. — Palace Theatre — Tickets from $114 — Enjoy a live performance from the hit rapper Fetty Wap.

Jeff Dye Live Comedy Show

9:15 PM – 12:15 AM — Funny Bone — Ticket required — Experience sharp and loud comedy as Jeff Dye brings his humor to Albany.

Raven Live Performance

7:00-8:30 p.m. — Empire Underground — Ticket details available — Experience an evening with Raven at this popular Albany venue.

Sir Chloe Concert

4-9:30 p.m. — Empire Live — Cost not specified — Experience the unique blend of grungy guitar hooks and emotionally raw vocals from Sir Chloe.

Al Olender Live Performance

8:00-9:30 p.m. — Lark Hall — Tickets required — Experience songwriter Al Olender's introspective music exploring the fleeting moments of life.

Stars On Ice

4-7 p.m. — MVP Arena — Performance Tickets — Witness world-renowned figure skating champions in a spectacular showcase of talent.