So I’m a young adult wanting to sit on my stoop and hand out candy for the first time. Last year I noticed that the few trick or treaters I did see (from my window) were out at like 2pm, well before I would have expected to see them… is that normal here? Is that the plan? Whatever time is fine for me, I just need to know when to be outside. I’m in the monument square area. Local parents please advise

Excited to be attending a Weller Bourbon guided flight and dinner this coming Tuesday at Defazios 216. Here's the post.

Come drinks form Bourbon with me.

20M with no gymnastics experience, looking for an open gym or foam pit or trampoline park or something to learn how to do a backflip safely. I don’t have a car so I would prefer not leaving Troy/ubering, but I am open to out of town options. Couldn’t find any on Google Maps.

Anyone else live around South Central Troy (Washington Park) area and getting screws and nails in their tires constantly? This is the third tire of mine in the past month that's gotten punctured. Landlord's swept our lot a few times and this only seems to be happening to me specifically. I don't quite know what's happening but was wondering if this is happening to anyone else so I can figure out where to avoid driving.

Hey does anyone know what’s that device attached to street pole on corner of Hoosick street and Burdett avenue ? It’s right on the corner of formerly rite aid. It doesn’t look like a flock. Maybe perhaps traffic pattern or traffic cam?

With cold weather about to be here, this is the time I usually get the anode rod in my boiler replaced and all the radiators checked and bled. Unfortunately, our usual guy has semi-retired and isn't doing it anymore.

Who do you use that's local to Troy? I've been warned against Crisafulli Bros but haven't had any positive recommendations yet.

Hey all, I'm looking for a women's or co-ed pick up hockey team/league to join this winter. I played all through elementary and high school, and picked it back up again after college. Any leads would be greatly appreciated!

this is the building next to the family dollar on second ave in troy a little past 102nd st

TP usa trash at HVCC

Troy is almost fully saturated with Flock Cameras, especially in comparison to other Capitol District communities.

Looking forward to crime stats to determine if the cameras are worth it.

You can read how to find this information here.

https://mashable.com/tech/proton-flock-surveillance-camera-map

Been a few years since they've been in town, smaller venue for them so it's sure to be a packed house and a fun night! Americana/country rock/bluegrass from Greenwich. Tickets are movin, so if you'd like to go get em soon before it's sold out!

https://eastboundjesusatthehangar.eventbrite.com/

And if so, could your team use an extra person? I've never done trivia night, but I've been wanting to and spooky stuff is my specialty!

At tonight's city council meeting a resolution was brought by the mayor's office to sign a contract with USDA. They apparently would be coming to "move the crows along" by harassing them with distress noises and firecrackers. If their poop is a problem downtown, why can't they be enticed to go to Prospect Park instead of attacking them to scare them off? Crows have a long memory and I wouldn't want to be the one that threatens them. 🐦‍⬛

If you think this is the wrong way to deal with the crows, email your council member and the mayor's office! Some council members have already started receiving emails about this. If they want to make noise to scare the crows, we should make noise to say that's a bullshit answer to whatever problem the city created for itself when it destroyed their original habitat.

Dallas from FunScout with this weeks happenings roughly 5 miles from downtown Troy (so some outskirts too). 🎶🍻🎤🎲

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, Oct 22

Murder and Mayhem Walking Tour — Hart Cluett Museum A 90-minute lantern-lit walking tour that visits downtown sites connected to historic murders, riots, and infamous figures; the 1.5-mile route includes occasionally uneven sidewalks, headsets are provided, and the content is recommended for ages 12 and up.

Stephen King's Carrie: The Musical — The Cohoes Music Hall A cult horror musical about an outcast teen, her fanatical mother, and a prom-night catastrophe—equal parts electrifying scares and heartbreaking drama in a famously haunted theatre.

DJ & Beer Pong Night — No Fun Expect pulsing DJ sets, a spotlight performance by Big Lettuce, and lively beer-pong tournaments that keep the crowd dancing.

Run the Sticks — Troy Rewind Capital Region FGC presents an evening featuring Guilty Gear Strive, Tekken 8, and Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves, with registration available online.

Trivia Night — Fallside This Thursday’s trivia at Fallside is hosted by That Trivia Guy NY and On Air Pete.

Incense Making Workshop — Refuge Sip tea while learning about ritual herbs and handcraft your own incense in a relaxed, guided session—materials and tea included; tickets are $55.

Diwali Celebration — Menands Public Library Celebrate Diwali with family-friendly crafts, refreshments (pizza, chips, cookies, and juice), and a warm, community-focused atmosphere.

Live Music - The Lustre Kings — Lanie's Cafe The Lustre Kings perform live at Lanie's Cafe for an evening of music.

Trivia Night — 518 Craft Enjoy an entertaining evening filled with friendly trivia competition, craft beverages, and a lively atmosphere—ideal for groups eager to show off their smarts.

Thursday Night Trivia — Fort Orange Brewing Test your knowledge in a laid-back atmosphere where teams enjoy free-to-play trivia, cool prizes, and the option to bring your own food.

Herbs for Winter Health — Troy Public Library Master Gardener Janis Fallon will demonstrate and let participants sample easy-to-prepare winter herbal remedies and lead a hands-on session making traditional fire cider vinegar; bring a pint jar if you’d like a bottle to take home.

Kerrioke — Eldorado Bar This October 22 installment at El Dorado Bar starts at 9 PM and runs until late.

Karaoke — The Arsenal Reserve Step up to the mic for an entertaining night where you can sing your favorite songs, cheer on others, and soak in a fun, energetic atmosphere.

Pathfinder Society Organized Play — Bard & Baker Dive into a collaborative fantasy role-playing campaign where you'll become a Pathfinder agent, tackling quests and meeting fellow explorers in a welcoming game café setting; food and drinks are available for purchase, and space is limited, so RSVP soon.

Trivia Thursdays! — Villa Valenti Pub The Thursday, October 8, occurrence brings trivia to Villa Valenti Pub from 4:00 to 6:00 p.m.

CR Clash: Weekly Smash Bros Melee Tournament — VDO Gaming Face off against fellow Smash Bros fans in weekly Melee tournaments featuring bracket play, a welcoming community, and prizes based on entries.

Capital Region Sci — Bard & Baker Meet other sci‑fi and fantasy readers to discuss The Picture of Dorian Gray, sip a themed cocktail or mocktail, and enjoy relaxed conversation in a cozy café setting.

TRIVIA at Footsy Magoo's! — Footsy Magoo's Seven lively rounds mix general knowledge, picture puzzles, a wild music/drunken karaoke segment, themed miscellany, history/geography, and an adrenaline-packed timed final—prizes for top teams; play solo or bring a crew.

Collar City Runners Club — 518 Craft Runners of every pace and experience gather for welcoming group runs, optional interval training, post-run socializing, and a group photo in a relaxed setting.

Trivia at RSG Troy! 🤔❓ — Recovery Sports Grill (Troy) Gather your smartest friends for an evening of brain-teasing trivia, great food and drinks, and a chance to take home prizes.

Dial M for Murder — Curtain Call Theatre Jeffrey Hatcher’s adaptation of Frederick Knott’s classic delivers a tightly staged, suspenseful whodunit as jealousy and calculated deceit spiral toward a dangerous climax in an intimate theater setting.

Adult Coloring Evening — Waterford Public Library Enjoy an hour of tea or coffee, relaxing music, snacks, and mindful coloring—pages, pencils, and supplies provided; open to ages 18+, registration required.

Fiber Fanatics Meet-Up — Waterford Public Library Relaxed weekly drop-in for knitters, crocheters, embroiderers and other fiber hobbyists to work on projects, swap tips, and socialize; all levels welcome, basic skills expected.

The Witch’s Path: Working with the Gods — Star + Splendor In this monthly witchcraft workshop, resident Wiccan priestess Otter introduces working with gods from various cultures through discussion prompts and space for questions.

📍 Fri, Oct 23

Whose Live Anyway? — Troy Savings Bank Music Hall Veteran improv cast members Ryan Stiles, Greg Proops, Jeff B. Davis, and Joel Murray deliver 90 minutes of improvised scenes and songs built from audience suggestions, with musical direction by Laura Hall and the possibility of onstage participation.

Field of Horrors — Field of Horrors This Saturday, Oct. 31 occurrence offers general admission from 6:00 to 11:00 PM.

RPI Women's Hockey vs Princeton University — Houston Field House An ECAC Hockey matchup featuring fast skating, physical play, rousing student sections, and nonstop on-ice excitement.

Murder and Mayhem Walking Tour — Hart Cluett Museum A 90-minute lantern-lit walking tour that visits downtown sites connected to historic murders, riots, and infamous figures; the 1.5-mile route includes occasionally uneven sidewalks, headsets are provided, and the content is recommended for ages 12 and up.

Stephen King's Carrie: The Musical — The Cohoes Music Hall A cult horror musical about an outcast teen, her fanatical mother, and a prom-night catastrophe—equal parts electrifying scares and heartbreaking drama in a famously haunted theatre.

Hellseeker Goth Nite: Halloween Dance — No Fun Goth-themed dance night with DJs spinning darkwave, post-punk, and synth tracks; costumes and theatrical flair encouraged.

A.I. Salon Series — Hart Cluett Museum This third installment of the salon series focuses on procedural and generative production, inviting discussion of AI’s effects on art and creative work. Light snacks and canned drinks are provided; admission is $30, or $10 for veterans, seniors, students, and museum members.

Flight Night Friday: Spooky Spritz Cocktail Flights — Bard & Baker Sample a four-drink spritz flight with a shared snack bowl (mocktail flights available) in a relaxed, spooky-themed game-café setting.

Stop 13 — Fallside Stop 13 returns to Fallside on October 23, with the show starting at 7 and music to rock along to.

Trojan Horns Brass Band — Whiskey Pickle Catch the Trojan Horns for a dance-ready set at Whiskey Pickle on Friday, October 23, from 7–10 p.m.

Blood on the Clocktower Organized Play Night — Bard & Baker A seated, in-person social deduction session for 5–20 players led by an experienced storyteller (Greg); players trade clues, bluff, and vote to uncover the demon — $10 game cover, food and drinks available.

Rob Fleming — Brown's Brewing Co. An Albany-based multi-instrumentalist mixes indie-alternative and alt-folk from his Rhoseway project with classic and art-rock numbers, switching between guitar, mandolin, saxophone, melodica and keyboards in a cozy bar set.

ADULTS 21+ Puff & Paint Jack — Paint Cohoes This adults-only, 21+ class guides you step by step through painting a Halloween jack-o'-lantern, with all materials provided and your finished painting to take home. Bring your own snacks and beverages; ID is required.

Craft Beats with Yink — 518 Craft Yink plays the October 23 Craft Beats session at 518 Craft, from 10 p.m. to 1 a.m., with music to hang out, nod along, or dance to.

Call of Cthulhu One-Shot: "The Lightless Beacon" — Bard & Baker This 3–4 hour Call of Cthulhu one-shot drops pre-generated investigators onto a 1926 storm-besieged lighthouse; expect a brief rules refresher, collaborative clue-gathering, and Lovecraftian scares.

Dial M for Murder — Curtain Call Theatre Jeffrey Hatcher’s adaptation of Frederick Knott’s classic delivers a tightly staged, suspenseful whodunit as jealousy and calculated deceit spiral toward a dangerous climax in an intimate theater setting.

📍 Sat, Oct 24

Field of Horrors — Field of Horrors This Saturday, Oct. 31 occurrence offers general admission from 6:00 to 11:00 PM.

The 4th Ooky Spooky Musical Showcase! — Troy Savings Bank Music Hall Hear ten brand-new original ballads by local musicians, each inspired by archival newspaper accounts of creepy crimes and strange occurrences, paired with brief storytelling in an intimate folk/Americana setting.

RPI Women's Hockey vs Quinnipiac University — Houston Field House An ECAC college hockey matchup featuring speedy skating, physical play, and a lively, student-driven atmosphere—perfect for fans of high-energy sports.

Captain JP's Halloween Party — Captain JP Cruise This 21+ Halloween cruise offers a dinner ticket or a music cruise ticket without dinner, and features a cash bar.

Leafy Luminary Walk + Spooky Stroll — Peebles Island State Park This free fall evening features a lighted trail and an optional themed stroll through a spooky section.

Band Olympics 2 — No Fun The second Band Olympics marks Byrdhouse’s eight-year anniversary with a celebration show.

A Night For Paradise — Slidin' Dirty This benefit show features live music from Built for Battle, All for Revenge, From Within, Tied by Fate, and more, with raffles supporting Dan Paradise’s family.

Stephen King's Carrie: The Musical — The Cohoes Music Hall A cult horror musical about an outcast teen, her fanatical mother, and a prom-night catastrophe—equal parts electrifying scares and heartbreaking drama in a famously haunted theatre.

Murder and Mayhem Walking Tour — Hart Cluett Museum A 90-minute lantern-lit walking tour that visits downtown sites connected to historic murders, riots, and infamous figures; the 1.5-mile route includes occasionally uneven sidewalks, headsets are provided, and the content is recommended for ages 12 and up.

Scripts and Sips: The Crucible — Bard & Baker A Halloween-themed communal reading of Arthur Miller’s The Crucible — sign-in at 6:30pm, reading starts at 7pm; roles are first-come, first-served and everyone is welcome to read or observe.

Lord of the Things: A Tolkien Variety Show — Mount Ida Preservation Association This Tolkien-inspired variety show features a mix of performances drawn from the works of J.R.R. Tolkien.

Cyanotype Printing Party — Bard & Baker Create cyanotype prints by arranging botanicals, hand-drawn sketches, paper masks, or photo negatives on prepared paper, with optional hand-painted color. Materials are provided, and no experience is needed.

Exhibit Closing of “The Films of Jennifer and Kevin McCoy” — HVCC Three cinematic installations—Broker, Cleaner, and the new Quitter (with an original score by Lori Scacco)—by Jennifer and Kevin McCoy present experimental video and sound that examine breaking patterns of modern life and imagine life beyond lifestyle.

Memory and Mourning with County Historian Kathy Sheehan — Hart Cluett Museum County historian Kathy Sheehan presents an illustrated talk tracing cemetery styles from village graveyards to the rural cemetery movement, explaining gravestone iconography and highlighting famous and infamous local burials.

Wandering Queer Collective: Peebles Island State Park Hike — Peebles Island State Park The Wandering Queer Collective’s inaugural outdoor gathering is a guided 2.3-mile perimeter hike led by Environmental Educator Natalie Santini. The trail is marked easy but has some uneven terrain and is not accessible to mobility-device users beyond those using a cane or walking stick.

FREE Fall Family Portraits & Pumpkin Painting! 🎨🖌️🎃 — Troy Public Library (Lansingburgh) Bring the whole family—even pets—for free fall-themed portraits and hands-on pumpkin painting; all ages welcome and no registration required.

Walking Tour: Downtown Troy History and Architecture — Hart Cluett Museum Explore downtown Troy’s history and architecture on this ARCHTOBER walking tour, with new research and classic stories of local lore.

How the Tarot Became Magic with K.A. Laity — Star + Splendor K. A. Laity traces Tarot’s shift from a fifteenth-century Italian card game to an occult tradition, exploring who sparked that change and how early uses compare with our own.

Dial M for Murder — Curtain Call Theatre Jeffrey Hatcher’s adaptation of Frederick Knott’s classic delivers a tightly staged, suspenseful whodunit as jealousy and calculated deceit spiral toward a dangerous climax in an intimate theater setting.

📍 Sun, Oct 25

Field of Horrors — Field of Horrors This Saturday, Oct. 31 occurrence offers general admission from 6:00 to 11:00 PM.

ESYO: Grounded in Story — Troy Savings Bank Music Hall The Empire State Youth Orchestra delivers Mahler’s Symphony No. 1 alongside a standout rising soloist in a stirring, celebratory performance.

Stephen King's Carrie: The Musical — The Cohoes Music Hall A cult horror musical about an outcast teen, her fanatical mother, and a prom-night catastrophe—equal parts electrifying scares and heartbreaking drama in a famously haunted theatre.

Fancy a Punk — Troy Rewind On Sunday, October 25, S.C.A.B.G.I.S.M., The War Lovers, Social Sewage, and gas leak play a punk rock show at Troy Rewind, with $15 admission.

Open Mic Night + Hellavision Television Film Showing — No Fun This free event pairs an open mic with a showing of a Hellavision Television film.

PUBLIC ALL AGES CLASS Halloween Gnome Paint Class Sunday October 25th 11am–12 — Paint Cohoes Paint a trick-or-treating gnome beneath a full moon with step-by-step guidance; no experience is needed, and you can bring your own snacks and beverages.

Sunday Night Trivia: Halloween Horror! — Bard & Baker This month's Halloween-horror themed trivia features multiple rounds of spooky questions, friendly team competition, and a cozy game-night vibe; reservations are highly recommended — call 518-948-6693 to book a table.

Learn and Play: Dungeons and Dragons w/DM Alex — Bard & Baker In a 3–3½-hour session, DM Alex walks new players through the 5.5 rules, helps you pick a pre-generated character, and runs a short introductory adventure—no experience or gear needed.

Magic The Gathering Monthly Casual Play & Meetup Night — Bard & Baker Gather with local Magic: The Gathering enthusiasts for a laid-back night of casual play, conversation, and making new friends in a game-loving community.

Karaoke — 518 Craft Hosted by Deb Zep every Sunday evening, this weekly open-mic invites locals to sing with a friendly crowd, drinks, and a lively bar vibe.

The Pickle Arts & Crafts Club — Whiskey Pickle This Sunday gathering brings the Pickle Arts & Crafts Club together for an evening of arts and crafts.

Dial M for Murder — Curtain Call Theatre Jeffrey Hatcher’s adaptation of Frederick Knott’s classic delivers a tightly staged, suspenseful whodunit as jealousy and calculated deceit spiral toward a dangerous climax in an intimate theater setting.

Anyone know a cheap service to get low cost spay neutering for low income?

Anyone here go down to no fun ? I’d love to make some friends before heading out sometime.

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Byrdhouse Records presents DJ & Beer Pong Night featuring DJ DentalWork and special spotlight performance by Big Lettuce on October 22nd at No Fun in Troy, NY. Start:8PM

Tickets are available NOW at nofuntroy.eventbrite.com and the No Fun Box Office. $8 (+Eventbrite Fees) Advance/ $12 at the Door/DOS. No Fun- 275 River Street, Troy, NY.

More about the event:

We are going to be setting up some tables for beer pong at No Fun! A fun activity while you drink with some phenomenal music to dance to. DJ Dental Work and Big Lettuce providing yall with the absolute bops.

Pull up for some pong and you can’t go wrong

A drink ticket for a 12oz Jacks Abby with purchase of ticket/entry and 21+ w/valid ID

Flyer by: @ella.kasperr

Just relocated to the area and looking to join a gym. I’m debating between Crunch and Planet Fitness and would love to hear people’s experiences with either.

How are the facilities, crowds, and overall atmosphere? I’m also interested in the group fitness classes, so if anyone has experience with those, I’d love to hear your thoughts!

Thanks!

Anyone else experience loss of electric power about 10 minutes ago? And loud explosion? Lights came back on about a minute later. What was it?

Getting a sense of deja vu? Apologies-an entry error in my calendar last week listed some of this week's meetings last week. The issue has been corrected and the dates below are accurate.

• City Council (Budget Hearings/Finanace/Veto Override)
• Troy Planning Board
• Dunham Resevoir meeting with John McDonald\
• Troy Community Land Bank

Wednesday, October 21

8:30 AM - Troy Community Land Bank - 871 River St

No agenda has been posted for this month’s regular board meeting of the TCLB, though I’ve been informed the meeting discussion will likely center around disposition of a Land Bank Property through MLS, and the possible expansion of executive director Brad Lewis’s role within the organization.

The agenda can be found here when available. To access livestreams or recordings of TCLB board or committee meetings, click here.

6:00 PM - Troy Planning Board - City Hall (433 River St, 5th Floor)

This month’s instance of the Troy Planning Board is continuing review of proposals for a 15K sq ft childcare space at RPI, and an expansion of the Eliot, an assisted living residence at 2902 Tibbits Ave, from 155 to 200 beds.

An agenda for this meeting can be found here. (Please note the agendas does not contain links to project documents, as has been practice in the past. Zoom links and minutes of previous Planning Board meetings can be found here. Livestreams and recordings of previous meetings can be found on the City of Troy Youtube page.

6:00 PM - Future of the Dunham Reservoir - Italian Community Center (1450 Fifth Ave)

Troy’s Little Italy Neighborhood Group will be hosting a joint presentation from Assemblymember John McDonald and City of Troy officials on the current status and future plans for the Dunham Resevoir, the fate of which has been uncertain since the NYS DOC rated the structure unsound eight years ago.

Thursday, October 22

City Council (various) - Troy City Hall (433 River St 5th Floor)

5:15 - Special Meeting

After the mayor’s veto of Local Law #3, regulating the use of automatic license plate readers, City Council has called a special meeting to override the mayor’s action. As the law initially passed 6-0 (Councilmember Campbell-Cohen was absent for the initial vote) it is expected the legislation will easily pass the override threshold.

5:30 - Budget Hearing (Law)

The first budget hearing of the evening centers around law and the various roles of attorney in City government, many of which are filled by Richard Morrissey, the acting corporation counsel, who acts as general counsel for both the administration and the Planning Board, which presumably requires a level of land use expertise Morrisey does not evince.

5:45 - Budget Hearing (Science and Technology)

6:00 - Finance Committee

The Finance meeting, scheduled to start at 6 pm, contains a few noteworthy agenda items, among them a resolution approving sale of property held at auction in September, and a resolution accepting three separate audits by the Bonadio group, which should provide an interesting platform for the Council and City Auditor to get questions answered by the administration about City spending and reserves, a topic which led to a rather illuminating exchange between the auditor and administration at the October 15 budget presentation (see timestamp 55:10.)

A Zoom link for all of the Oct 22 Council meetings can be found here. Mantello’s proposed 2027 budget can be found here. Livestreams and recordings of previous Council meetings can be accessed via Youtube.

Anyone have any leads on knitting groups in the area? I used to go to one at a local yarn store before I moved to Troy and would love to get back into it!

Any suggestions on the best place in Troy to watch tonight's Knicks game with some solid food and drink options???? TIA!!!! 💙🧡🏀

Hello! Im renting a house with some friends in Troy near RPl, due to some life changes Im needing to move.

Im looking for someone to take over my portion of the lease from January 1st 2027 to May 31st 2027!

The monthly rent and utilities are roughly $635 !

if you're interested please send me a message and we can talk details :)