Good morning, Albany.

On Monday, a fire broke out at the Jericho Drive-in in Glenmont with no injuries and an investigation underway; the drive-in will open as usual on Tuesday at 1 p.m.

Nothing Bundt Cakes is offering seasonal flavors and gift items for Mother’s Day and spring at local stores.

The bakery has reintroduced its Strawberry Cheesecake Swirl flavor, available from April 13 through May 31 via online, mobile or in-person orders.

Delmar mother Meaghan Baxter wrote a children’s book (My Mama Moves Different) inspired by her mom’s battle with MS to help families see love in new ways.

She will host the book launch on June 7 at the Sheehy Palmer VFW in Albany.

UAlbany announced that Mayor Dorcey Applyrs (an alum) will speak at the undergraduate ceremony in the morning while Nobel Prize winner Dr. Joachim Frank (a former professor) will address the graduate ceremony in the afternoon on May 16 on campus.

Albany officials + venue owners are working to revive nightlife by easing licensing restrictions; a new nightlife council will release a full report on July 1 to help boost late-night dining and live entertainment downtown.

On Monday, May 4, St. Peter’s Orthopedics featured orthopedic surgeon Dr. Kyle Angicola-Richardson, hosted by Ray Graf.

He specializes in hand and upper limb care and completed his residency at Albany Medical Center (earning his degree from SUNY Upstate in Syracuse).

The City of Cohoes finalized the $125,000 sale of the Saratoga Sites apartment complex to local developer Byron Diaz last week — the property will be demolished for commercial warehouse plans near the closed Norlite incinerator.

The sale is part of a larger redevelopment effort following a 2017 fire.

UAlbany lacrosse teams swept the America East championships with a 14 to 11 win for the men at Casey Stadium and a 13 to 11 win for the women over Vermont on Sunday; they now head into NCAA tournaments with women playing Johns Hopkins Friday and men facing North Carolina Saturday at noon.

Kings Of Thrash Concert

6:30-8:00 p.m. — Empire Underground — No cover charge — Experience the electrifying sound of Kings Of Thrash during their 'Mega Years' tour.

Anne Wilson Live Concert

7-8:30 p.m. — Palace Theatre — Check venue for ticket prices — Experience the inspiring voice and storytelling of Nashville's Anne Wilson.

The Belle Curves at Albany Tulip Festival 2026

7-11 p.m. — Washington Park — Free entry — Enjoy a vibrant performance by The Belle Curves at the annual Tulip Festival.

Iron & Wine Concert

8-11 p.m. — Hart Theatre at The Egg — Ticket prices vary — Experience an enchanting evening with celebrated singer-songwriter Sam Beam performing as Iron & Wine.

4i's & Friends Vol II: 4i's SEXTET

7:30-9:30 p.m. — Van Dyck Music Club — Student tickets available — Experience an exciting jazz evening with the dynamic 4i's SEXTET performing standards and deep cuts.

Mindful Strides Walk for Neurodiversity & Mental Health Awareness

9 a.m. - 12 p.m. — Crossgates Mall — Free entry — A Star Wars-themed walk promoting neurodiversity and mental health awareness through physical activity.

Capital District Reptile Expo - Spring 2026

10 AM - 4 PM — Albany Capital Center — $12 adults, $6 children — Explore over 180 vendor tables of exotic pets and enjoy hands-on education with experts.

Alpha Wolf Concert

6-8:30 p.m. — Empire Live — Tickets starting at $22 — Experience the unforgettable live performance of Alpha Wolf in Albany.

Shemekia Copeland Live

8:00-10:00 p.m. — The Egg — Tickets available — Experience the powerhouse voice of Shemekia Copeland as she performs songs from her acclaimed album 'Blame It On Eve'.

French Montana Concert

8-9:30 p.m. — Palace Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience the electrifying performance of French Montana live at the iconic Palace Theatre.