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Welcome to the monthly events post for August 2017, where you can submit information about upcoming events and activities. It can be difficult to navigate all that our city has to offer, especially for new residents and students. Submit even if you think it's obvious. Submissions with links to the event page (official websites, Facebook, etc.), time, date, and location are particularly appreciated. And if you're part of an organization that's hosting an event, let us know about the details here. Separate posts to Troy about individual events or a series of events are still welcome. Submissions will be included in the list which will be updated regularly to include new information.
What events and activities are you looking forward to this August? Check back regularly for updates!
Submissions, in no particular order (last updated August 19 @ noon):

Picasso: Encounters is on exhibit at The Clark in Williamstown, Massachusetts until August 27th. Features some of Picasso's paintings and a large number of his prints. Not local, but worth the drive.
The Troy Farmer's Market from 9am-2pm every Saturday, rain or shine, in Monument Square. The biggest in the region (confirmed by Albany Business Review, July 2017) and possibly Upstate NY with close to 90 vendors. Browse through crafts, food stalls, farm stands, etc. Live entertainment every week.
Oakwood Cemetery will be hosting a Summer Concert on the Lawn with The Colonie Town Band, August 1st from 7-8pm. There will also be a Spirits Under the Stars wine tasting from 6-8pm that same night. Call ahead to register. On August 22nd from 6-8pm, there will be a "You Died How?!?" Tour.
Troy Flea is "an ever growing, hip outdoor summefall market located in Troy’s Riverfront Park that features a rotating slate of more than two dozen vendors." August ~~13th and~~ 27th from 10am-3pm, rain or shine.
"Summer in the City Flea Market and Community Day will be held Saturday(s)... thru August 26, 2017 at Powers Park... from 8am-5pm. There will be activities for all ages, live entertainment, great food, carnival games, bouncy entertainment when available, community resources, & great deals on items. The flea market will benefit the Block Center & the youth we serve in the City of Troy."
Go watch the Tri-City ValleyCats play. Here's their August schedule. ~~The NY-Penn League All Star Game is August 15th at the Joe this year.~~
Troy Night Out on August 25th from 5-9pm. Lots of activities, entertainment, food specials, etc., with information usually released at least a week in advance. Frequent after parties hosted by downtown restaurants and bars. This month's theme is "Welcome Back Students and Teachers."
Poetic Vibe every Monday, 7-9pm at the Troy Kitchen. There are usually musical performances every Thursday as well.
Fitness in the Park is free instructed yoga in Riverfront Park every Sunday from 9-10am, as suggested by u/rockyosockz.
The Hirsch Observatory at RPI is open to the public for stargazing every Saturday night (weather permitting) from 8-10pm, as suggested by u/JJ_The_Jet.
Collard City Growers is an urban neighborhood farm in North Troy that accepts volunteer work every Sunday, usually from noon-4pm. If you're interested, message them your email address on Facebook. As suggested by u/OhCrow.
St. Paul's Episcopal Church offers open house Tiffany tours every Saturday from 11am-12:30pm. Louis Comfort Tiffany's company was hired to redecorate the interior in the 1890s into the stunning work that remains today. The Troy Public Library is another great spot to view Tiffany's work.
Free beer at u/PlagueofCustom's apartment.
~~The Electric City Food Truck Fest at Rivers Casino in Schenectady, August 19th from noon-5pm. Included because I love food trucks.~~
Troy Pop Up will be having another art show, July 28th from 5:30-9pm. Free wine and music while you browse and talk to the artists and other patrons. Donations are accepted. As suggested by u/PlagueofCustom.
Leaded to Unleaded Cruise In is a car meet sponsored by 1945 Speed and Custom on July 30th from 8am-noon. There will be cars, food, coffee, and a raffle. The event is free but donations are encouraged to help cover costs. As suggested by u/cmaxby.
Cooking in the Garden at The Demonstration Garden at The Robert C. Parker School in Wynantskill, August 1st from 7-8pm. "What can you do with summer’s gorgeous produce? Join our Master Gardeners as they make three kinds of pesto (arugula, kale & sun-dried tomato), sautéed radishes, gazpacho, tomato/watermelon salad and spiralize various vegetables for summer treats. Samples and recipes provided!"
~~Chicken Joe's will be opening their Troy location on August 5th at noon.~~
Troy Summer Square is a temporary community art project ending August 5th that turns Broadway between River and 2nd into a public square. Events: August 2 - Beer Garden from 5:30-7:30pm, August 3 - Interactive Painting and Good Vibes + Dancing from 5-7pm, August 4 - Everyday Experts from 6-8pm, and August 5 - “Troy”nglwood BYOP (picnic) from 5-8pm.
Ink & Drink presented by Troy Cloth and Paper, 4pm August 6th at Joseph Bruno Stadium. Ink your own t-shirt and enjoy the ValleyCats with beer and food from the box seats behind home plate. Starts at $50, includes admission to the game. As suggested by u/dmlanger.
Urban Sketch and Sangria at The Art Center, August 15th, 5:30-7:30pm. $35, pre-registration is required. "Try your hand at urban drawing using Downtown Troy as your scenery and enjoy a refreshing Sangria! Watercolor extraordinaire, Tony Conner of Bennington, Vermont will lead the way!" SOLD OUT
Bike Breakfast is August 9th from 7-10am in Monument Square. Food and drinks will be served by Troy Bike Rescue. Share your ideas for making Troy a more cyclist friendly city and/or chat with your fellow riders. As suggested by u/eccentricfather.
Rockin' on the River, as suggested by u/rockyosockz, is a free concert series on Wednesday evenings near Green Island Bridge, starting around 5pm. The remaining acts are as follows: August 2 — SIRSY with Sly Fox and The Hustlers & August 9 — Rumours – Fleetwood Mac Tribute
~~Jazz@Rensselaer has a free summer concert on the 9th at 7pm on the lawn behind the Commons Dining Hall, as suggested by mcguik3.~~
~~A churrascaria-style Brazilian barbecue will be served at The Shop on August 10th from 6-9:30pm along with drinks and music. $35, tickets required.~~
~~Caribbean Day in the Park is an annual event in Prospect Park featuring Caribbean music, dance, and food. August 12th from noon-7pm.~~
~~Second Saturday Cinema will be screening 'The Princess Bride' for free at The Gasholder on August 12th at 8:30pm. As suggested by u/bricksonfifth.~~
~~The 23rd Annual Poestenkill Fire Company Car Show is August 13th. As u/KD2KDV states: Spectators are free, and cars for the show are $8-10, food varies. We also have spaces for vendors.~~
~~Third Street Flea is a one-time pop-up indoor summer garage sale and maker's market. August 12th from 9am-4pm and August 13th 10am-3pm at 38 3rd Street. As suggested by u/OhCrow.~~
A Botanical Watercolor Workshop will be held at Forage+Sundry on August 17th from 6-8pm. "In this two hour workshop you will learn about the history of botanical drawing, color theory, and various watercolor techniques. All materials are included! You will be painting from live Forage+Sundry plants!" $55, pre-registration required.
~~Unity Ride is a monthly community bike ride hosted by the Troy Bike Rescue. Meet others in Riverfront Park at 5:30pm, Thursday, August 17th then bike through town. As suggested by u/OhCrow.~~
~~At EMPAC, as suggested by u/33554432: YOUARENOWHERE, a performance by Andrew Schneider August 10th and 11th at 8pm, and The Ambrose Akinmusire Quartet (jazz) August 16th at 8pm.~~

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