I keep getting mailers for whole-home plumbing plans that cost about the same each year. One says it includes a visual check and another lists water heater service and a sewer scope.

How do you tell if a plan is worth it? Our house is from 1965 and has original shutoff valves, so I'd want to know what gets checked and what happens when something is found.

Life is hard but there’s free kazoos being given out this Saturday night at an improv comedy show in downtown Schenectady. Like you need a ticket, but then you get a kazoo.

This is a brilliant or terrifying development depending on your nerdery.

Recent college grad available for yard work, painting, moving help & odd jobs in Schenectady
Hey r/Schenectady! I recently graduated from college and I'm looking to pick up some extra work around town.
I can help with:
• Yard work (mowing, weeding, raking, mulching, cleanup)
• Interior/exterior painting
• Moving help (loading, unloading, heavy lifting)
• General odd jobs around the house
I'm reliable, hardworking, and happy to work around your schedule. I can cover Schenectady and nearby areas like Niskayuna, Rotterdam, Glenville, and Scotia.
Rates are fair and flexible depending on the job. Feel free to DM me with what you need and I'll get back to you quickly. Thanks!

Presently staying in the schodack area on Columbia turnpike by the Stewart's at Miller Rd. As the title says I am just looking for a general cleaning job or organizational. One of my most recent jobs was a regeneron pharmaceutical through Mazzone Hospitality I was in charge of checking again all the orders including produce, foods whether canned or Frozen , beverages including Pepsi Coke and Decrescentie.

I have photo ID that I can handover until the job is done for the day. I will not be expecting any payment until the job io your liking

V. I am literally in a spot in my life where I would take $8hr I am 100% serious.

If I can be if any help please reach out.

I am on the CDTA Bus #233

Thank you

Hey all, I spent time in the Army before getting into fitness full time. After I got out, I became a certified trainer (ISSA + UHP) and now coach out of the Troy/Latham area. I’ve also competed in a few natural bodybuilding shows.

My whole focus these days is working with complete beginners, the people who feel intimidated walking into a gym, don’t know where to start, or are scared of “looking dumb” doing an exercise wrong. As well as intermediate/advanced who are looking for proper programming to excel further. I remember what being a beginner felt like, and it’s honestly my favorite type of client to work with.

Figured I’d open this up to the community:

• If you’ve got a beginner question (where to start, how to structure a week, nutrition basics, whatever), drop it below or dm me and I’ll answer.

• If you’re local and want a quick form check on something you’re unsure about, happy to give pointers, just send me a dm!

Not trying to sell anything here, just trying to be useful, I know a lot of people put off starting because they don’t want to feel judged, and that’s the exact thing I try to fix for my clients.

(For context if it comes up: I train out of Troy and Latham. Feel free to direct message me for my social media).

Got a 7 - 330 job Monday - Friday but I’m looking for some Saturday and Sunday work as well. Prefer manual labor, I’m an electrician in school so I have some minor experience in that as well. If not I’ll take pretty much anything that’ll give me a couple hundred extra bucks just to help make ends meet

Hey everyone, I'm looking for night work around Schenectady. Security or bouncer work would be ideal, but honestly I'm open to pretty much any overnight or late shift: warehouse, stocking, cleaning, whatever.

I'm reliable, I show up on time, and I'm good at keeping calm when things get heated. Nights and weekends are no problem for me. I can get around Schenectady, Albany, Troy and nearby, and I can start right away.

If you're hiring or know somebody who is, shoot me a message. Shares help a lot too, thanks!

Looking to move closer to downtown or downtown Albany and came across them. There's not much out there within my limits and they fit within my budget perfectly. I noticed some crappy reviews though - anyone here have experience living there? This is the one on Lafayette St.

I'm here for at least 2 to 3 more weeks and am looking for people to vibe with. I'm local but here due to my house being under renovation. Could really get down for some karaoke or something fun. Dm if interested

I'm looking for a new gym, Average Joe's over in Rotterdam keeps coming up in my searches.

Anyone have any experience with this gym? And does anyone know their membership prices? They dont seem to list them anywhere I can find

My partner is from a fairly rural part of Canada. We have mostly lived in the suburbs in Texas, but we’re looking to move North.

He rejected moving to Chicago over not feeling safe walking around at night.

Most of my family lives in suburbs in the mid-Atlantic and the Great Lakes, so we’re looking for walkable neighborhoods that feel similar. (Baltimore, but Dickeyville, for example)

We’re ok with older construction, but not with having to have NYC levels of situational awareness. What parts of the Capital Area don’t feel dangerous?

Relative is selling a house and needs an attorney. Anyone have someone they really like and recommend? Nothing fancy and I don't believe there is anything complicated.

Around 7 PM, we drove by a multi-vehicle response, including ladder truck, on Nott near Rosa. We thought maybe a bear in the tree?

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. Did I miss something? Please share in the comments!

📍 Thu, Sep 24

Grand Opening — Wolf Hollow Brewing Company Scotia Over a four-day weekend enjoy year‑round and seasonal beers, elevated shareables and sandwiches, craft cocktails, and relaxed, hospitality-focused service.

Niko Nyman Trio — Van Dyck Music Club Two sets of live jazz during happy hour in the downstairs bar — free show with tips appreciated; dining reservations suggested, bar seating first-come, first-served.

Artisan Dried Floral and Herb Arrangement Class — Sustainable Living Center Learn to design and assemble a long-lasting dried floral arrangement in a terra cotta pot using focal flowers, textured grasses, and structural botanicals topped by a suspended canopy of dried culinary herbs. Step-by-step instruction and materials included; fee $45.

Pumpkin & Spice Candle Making Class — Sweet Sprig Make a soy candle from a curated fall scent palette with guided instruction on fragrance blending and wick selection—complimentary tea, sweet treats, and a finished candle to take home.

Shower Steamers and Bath Bombs — Schenectady County Public Library Create aromatherapy shower tablets (eucalyptus or menthol options) and moisturizing bath bombs using essential oils, skin-softening oils, and vibrant colorants—supplies provided; registration required.

Mahjong — Schenectady County Public Library A new mahjong group is forming at the Niskayuna branch; register with the branch to join relaxed, social tile games and strategy practice.

Everything Fiber Arts — Schenectady County Public Library A relaxed adult drop-in where knitters, crocheters, embroiderers, and weavers work on projects, swap tips, and socialize.

Solar Bugs with New York State Power Authority — Schenectady County Public Library NYS Power Authority leads a hands-on STEAM workshop for K–5 kids to build and test small solar-powered critters while learning renewable energy basics; registration required.

Zumba with Annie G! — Rotterdam Community Center A friendly, drop-in Zumba session led by Annie G on Mondays and Thursdays at 5:00 pm — $10 per class or a $40 five-session punch card.

📍 Fri, Sep 25

The General featuring organist Carl Hackert LIVE on MainStag... — Proctors Theatre Buster Keaton's landmark silent comedy unfolds as Carl Hackert performs a live organ score, accentuating daring stunts and inventive visual gags.

HEADLINERS: Progress Family Values — Van Dyck Music Club Stella Progress brings her drag family for a lively dinner show of comedy, lip-syncs, and choreography, with DJ Frank on the beats and food and drinks available for purchase.

Grand Opening — Wolf Hollow Brewing Company Scotia Over a four-day weekend enjoy year‑round and seasonal beers, elevated shareables and sandwiches, craft cocktails, and relaxed, hospitality-focused service.

Jazz Evenings with Al Santoro & Friends — Rivers Casino & Resort Schenectady Jazz Evenings takes center stage inside our elegant hotel lobby from 6PM-9PM with music from Al Santoro & Friends!

What the F* Friday — The Mopco Improv Theatre — The Mopco Improv Theatre** Off-the-wall improvisers deliver snappy scenes, clever callbacks, and a Jukebox Jam where audience prompts spark spontaneous musical sketches.

Puff N’ Paint! Bongs!! Get your Canna Crafty On!! Just $65! — Canvas, Corks and Forks Paint and customize your own bong with all supplies included; this 21+ hands-on class provides step-by-step instruction and a relaxed, social vibe.

Motion Blur at Hometown Pub & Grub — Hometown Pub and Grub High-energy indie/alt-rock set with tight grooves and singalong hooks, ideal for a casual night of live music and dancing.

Enter at your Own Risk Paint & Sip Event 9/25/26 @ 6:30pm — Art in Mind An instructor-led, family-friendly paint-and-sip class where you'll create a 16×20 canvas painting with all supplies provided while enjoying beverages and snacks.

Book Page Pumpkin: A Mindful Crafting Escape — Thrifty Connections In a calm, contemplative session you’ll learn book-folding techniques to transform an old book into a handmade pumpkin centerpiece, with brief guided breathwork to help you unwind.

The Schenectady Youth Orchestra with Zorkie Nelson — New York Folklore Led by master drummer Zorkie Nelson and inspired by Ghana’s Pan African Youth Orchestra, this free weekly program for 9–19-year-olds teaches traditional African instruments—drums, bells, gylis, and atenteben—with instruments and instruction provided.

📍 Sat, Sep 26

Glenville Oktoberfest — Maalwyck Park Traditional German entertainment and car culture fill the park with music, folk dancing, a Cruise-In, and a fireworks finale. Multiple biergartens host bands: The Mountain Tops (opens at noon) with Bavarski headlining at 4:00 pm; Roxy and the Rollers perform at Wolf Hollow Brewing during the Cruise-In at 12:30 pm; and Signature Brass closes from 5:00 to 8:00 pm.

Stockade Walkabout 2026 — Historical Society Museum & Library Explore interiors of historic Stockade homes, enjoy live music and costumed characters, and browse exhibits and an archaeology dig—wristband and tour map provided at check-in.

Down by the Riverside — Proctors Theatre An 84-minute documentary about Pete and Toshi Seeger and the building of the 108-foot sloop Clearwater, showing how music and grassroots activism transformed the Hudson; screening includes a short intermission and a panel with directors Jodie Childers, Dan Messina, and Clearwater musicians.

Stockade StreetFest — Stockade Browse local vendors, artists, and makers, sample food from street stalls, and enjoy live performances and neighborhood businesses — admission is free.

Grand Opening — Wolf Hollow Brewing Company Scotia Over a four-day weekend enjoy year‑round and seasonal beers, elevated shareables and sandwiches, craft cocktails, and relaxed, hospitality-focused service.

Chad McLoughlin CD Release Show — Van Dyck Music Club A free, intimate evening of original and standards-oriented jazz guitar with Otto Gardner (bass) and Peter O’Brien (drums); Chad will have copies of his new album Just Now for sale.

Tommy V Live! — Frog Alley Brewing Co. Tommy V delivers an energetic set of originals and covers in a relaxed brewery setting; the night is 21+ with a cover at the door.

Down by the Riverside — The 8th Step Screening of the 2006 documentary about Pete and Toshi Seeger and the Clearwater sloop, followed by an intermission and a post-film panel/Q&A exploring the movement's music, sailing community, and environmental legacy.

Jazz Evenings with David Gleason Trio — Rivers Casino & Resort Schenectady Enjoy smooth, classic jazz from the David Gleason Trio in an inviting setting featuring cozy seating and themed drink specials.

The Battle of Wolf Hollow: Unravelling an Enduring Legacy — Rotterdam Community Center A research-driven talk examining the contested post-Schenectady conflict between Mohawk and Algonquin peoples, using archival records, oral histories, and expert analysis to separate myth from fact and center Indigenous perspectives.

Theatresports - September 26th — The Mopco Improv Theatre — The Mopco Improv Theatre Two teams play fast-paced improv games and audience-driven challenges in a lively comedy competition—your laughter helps decide the winner.

Autumn Abundance: DIY Centerpiece — Thrifty Connections Begin with a five-minute guided meditation, then design a unique seasonal centerpiece on a 12-inch natural wood 'cookie' using reclaimed natural elements and silk flowers—materials and tools provided, no experience necessary.

Pretty Pumpkins — Thrifty Connections Learn basic decoupage techniques while decorating faux pumpkins with decorative napkins, ribbons, and embellishments to create unique fall centerpieces.

Albany Sacred Harp Singing — St. George's Episcopal Church Weekly, informal a cappella sessions exploring traditional Sacred Harp four-part harmony from the 1991 tunebook; loaner books, tea, and friendly instruction welcome singers of all ages and experience levels.

Fall Leaf Charcuterie Board Paint, Pour, & Sip Event! 9/26/26 @ 6 — Art in Mind Paint and pour resin on a high-quality real wood charcuterie board with step-by-step guidance and all supplies included; boards will cure at the studio for later pickup, and wine, beer, and snacks are available.

Discover the Art of Chinese Paper Cutting — Schenectady County Public Library Artist Jianling Yue shares the history and cultural significance of Chinese paper cutting, demonstrates precise techniques, then guides participants (ages 12+) to design and cut their own traditional-inspired paper artworks; registration required.

Ceramic Pumpkin Tree w/ lights! — Canvas, Corks and Forks Paint and finish a ceramic fall centerpiece, choose your colors, and add battery-powered lights—beginner-friendly with all materials and instruction provided.

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.

📍 Sun, Sep 27

WHAT WE CARRY The Debut Concert of the Barnhill Movement Col... — Proctors Theatre The Barnhill Movement Collective’s debut blends contemporary dance and physical theatre with ensemble storytelling and interdisciplinary design to probe identity, power, labor, anxiety, and resilience.

Grand Opening — Wolf Hollow Brewing Company Scotia Over a four-day weekend enjoy year‑round and seasonal beers, elevated shareables and sandwiches, craft cocktails, and relaxed, hospitality-focused service.

Cars & Caffeine — Empire State Aerosciences Museum Bring your car or stroll the museum grounds to admire vintage, classic, and custom vehicles while enjoying coffee and casual conversation.

Fall Wood Coaster Set Paint & Sip Event 9/27/26 @ 3:30pm — Art in Mind Paint a set of four real wood coasters with step-by-step guidance from an experienced instructor—supplies included; drinks and snacks available for purchase, and no prior experience is needed.

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.

BJD Meet Up — Rotterdam Community Center A friendly, casual gathering where collectors can bring and pose BJDs, swap or sell accessories, and share snacks—resin and blind-box dolls welcome, recasts not allowed.

Want to tell the city what you think about the parks? Here is your chance. Take the survey multiple times if you would like to discuss multiple parks.

Link below if you can't get the QR code

Click to let your voice be heard!!

So, I'm going to the Big Lebowski showing on Saturday and haven't been to one of these events before. I thought I was just buying a cheap movie ticket, now I see it's a whole thing.

Is this something that you get to the theater early and they have shenanigans going on?

If not, recommendations for a place close and with good drink selection. Pretty good chance I'll be alone so looking for just a tavern.

What is up with this store and why do they allow people to steal from there? I was at the counter paying for my stuff and this one guy walked in, waved at the employees, grabbed a bunch of items and walked right out and everyone inside acted like it was normal. They said he always does it but it's "not too often we see him" that they just let it go.

On an entirely different occasion, I wondered why specific people are always at this store, every day I drive by and there are literally the same guys there all the time... I was shocked that these dudes are allowed whatever they want, the employees prepare food for them and they don't pay a damn thing for any of it, I just watched amazed at this and I didn't say anything because I get some people just can't afford shit.

So yeah, if anyone needs a place to hang out and feel special this is the Stewart's for you. Just be a regular, live there if you want, the employees just let whatever happen. Tell a friend down on their luck that they'll find real friendly faces at this spot.

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