Good morning, Albany.

Saturday afternoon, the Northeastern Association of the Blind at Albany and the Albany PAL hosted a beep ball game at the PAL baseball fields on Krank Street so that volunteer kids could play blindfolded alongside youths from the NABA Youth Program.

The children shared lunch after the game—fostering community connections.

Several people were seriously injured in a motorcycle crash in Gilboa on June 21st, with one person airlifted and another taken to Albany Medical Center — State Route 990V is closed between Wyckoff and Prattsville roads until further notice.

An Albany man was indicted on charges including assault and kidnapping after he allegedly beat a pregnant woman in her Orange Street apartment on May 15—May 16, causing her to lose her unborn child, and he pleaded not guilty when he was arraigned on June 4.

On June 7, Bethlehem police stopped a vehicle on Elm Avenue near the Town Park at 10:14 a.m. and found driver Joseph Bronson of Delmar had 11 active suspensions on his license and an outstanding warrant from Catskill—he was taken into custody and charged with second-degree aggravated unlicensed operation and operating with a suspended registration.

Bargain Grocery in Troy asked for a 3-by-5-foot unlit sign over its overflow parking lot to guide customers, but a zoning board — largely appointed by Mayor Carmella Mantello — questioned the sign’s design and denied the request.

Developer Kevin Bette said the refusal is one of many roadblocks he has faced while working to improve the riverfront neighborhood.

Albany Mayor Kathy Sheehan announced that the city will extend park splash pad hours until further notice—seven local libraries will serve as cooling centers as temperatures are expected to hit the upper 90s next week.

Troy has also set up a temporary cooling sprinkler at the Historic Market and provides splash pads from sunrise to sunset.

Charcuterie Board Workshop

6-8 p.m. — The Loft @205 — $50 — Create your own charcuterie board while enjoying tasty drinks and guided tutorials on flavor pairing.

DOUBLECAMP Concert

8:00 – 9:30 PM — Empire Underground — Ticket prices from $44 — Enjoy a night of energetic tunes from Sub-Radio in Albany.

Plant & Sip: Terrarium Workshop

1-3 p.m. — The Gateway Diner — $45 per person — Create your own terrarium while enjoying drinks and good company.

REDFERRIN Concert

8:00 – 9:30 PM — Empire Live — Tickets starting at $43 — Experience a vibrant night of music with Redferrin in Albany.

Planet Asia Concert

8-9:30 p.m. — Empire Underground — Check website for price — Experience the sounds of Hip-Hop with Planet Asia at this lively concert event.

Dinner Detective Murder Mystery Show in Albany

6 p.m. — Hilton Garden Inn Albany Medical Center — Tickets starting at $74.95 — Enjoy an interactive comedy murder mystery while dining on a fantastic dinner.

Sushi Dinner at Asian Tea House

6-9 p.m. — Asian Tea House — $40.00 — Experience a delightful night of sushi and cocktails with fellow sushi enthusiasts in a cozy atmosphere.

Summer Art Fest 2025

12-5 p.m. — Quackenbush Square — Free entry — Experience an interactive and immersive arts festival for all ages in Downtown Albany.

Kids Mindfulness & Yoga Summer Camp

9 AM – 12 PM — The Hot Yoga Spot — $250.00 — A fun and engaging camp merging yoga, mindfulness, and creativity for children aged 5-10.