Events in Amsterdam today

Get moving with a Zumba class led by Annie Grzywaczewski, set to lively Latin and global rhythms. Expect a full-body session that blends cardio, muscle conditioning, balance, and flexibility for an energizing boost. Pricing options include $10 per class or a five-session punch card for $40. Annie has taught Zumba in the local area for eight years. For questions, contact her directly at annieg39@aol.com.

Produce Pantry offers fresh fruits and vegetables to help community members supplement their meals. Distribution uses a lottery system, so there is no need to arrive early. Due to the lapse in SNAP benefits, potatoes and additional items are also available.

Mike O’Donnell, a singer-songwriter with legendary acoustic guitar chops, performs at The Cock 'n Bull Restaurant. There is no cover charge, and advance reservations are encouraged at (518) 882-6962.

A free monthly book club for local mothers, presented with Bulk Book Warehouse, offers a welcoming space to connect over books and share recommendations. The group gathers one Friday each month in the evening. Attendees may bring books to swap with fellow readers and can browse the store’s wide selection. A dedicated book wall will be available for Instagram-ready photos.

A two day showcase at Viaport Rotterdam features 30 tables each day with sports cards and memorabilia, certified autographs, graded cards from PSA, SGC, CGC, and Beckett, plus supplies, collectibles, unopened wax, non sports cards, Pokémon, and a wide range of TCG options. The organizers operate an authorized submission center for SGC and CGC card grading and for CGC comic book grading, with an official submission booth on site. JSA authentication is scheduled regularly within their network of shows. They are also a trusted partner of ZION Card Slab Cases. Admission and parking are free, and food and beverages are available for purchase in the mall food court.

Free, 15 minute improv shows light up the Little Italy Street Fest on a recurring schedule. Theatresports will not be presented.

Now in its 21st year, this Schenectady tradition fills Little Italy with live music, interactive entertainment, shopping, and family fun. The main stage features The Rogues, Anthony LaBarbera, and Ed Clifford, also known as The Human Jukebox, with special announcements between sets. Guests are greeted at the entrance by DJ Gru, and the MopCo Improv Theater presents free A Taste of Improv sessions in the Improv Theater throughout the event. The official merchandise tent offers the first edition community cookbook From Our Kitchens to Yours, official T-shirts, and a basket raffle. Families can head to the Bambini Corner for bounce houses and other children’s activities, with a $10 bracelet that allows play all day. More than 30 vendors are on site, including Renaissance Pesto, Zeppoli Daddy, New Scotland Spirits, Essence Therapy, Parker’s Perfect Soaps, Trixies Treasures, Book Boyfriend Club, CS Wooden Home Decor, Old Curiosity Shop, The Frisky Fork, 518 Romantasy, K&K’s Curio Cave, Luna’s Cove Designs, Gallagher’s Catering Sweets, Captain Kernel, Dog Den Bake Shop, Face Painting By Sobia, Funtastic Plastics, Christopher’s Rings N Things, Kona Ice of Clifton Park, Bella Bling Sterling Silver, Mighty Sweet Baking Co., Cooper’s Daughter Spirits, Sippin Sucio, Coles Toy Shop, Crafty Kitty Crochet, Mary Kay Skin Care & Cosmetics, Indulge In A Scent, Simply Rogue, Life In The Fass Lane, Equitable Advisors, University at Albany, and Dawn’s Art & Soul. Vendor registration is closed for this year. Attendees can find multiple public parking lots around downtown, including accessible spaces, along with some street parking. The festival notes reports of scammers posing as representatives and requesting payments through Facebook Messenger. This celebration is brought to you by Rossi & Ditoro Funeral Home, The MopCo Improv Theatre, Perreca’s Bakery, Cornells in Little Italy, Civitello’s Italian Pastry Shoppe, Hunter’s on Jay, and Schenectady Trading Company, with special thanks to sponsors County Waste, Latham Ford, and Batz.

Red Wagon returns to Wayward Lane Brewing for a live performance in the outdoor space. The Dumpling Wagon Food Truck will be on site serving food while the band plays.

Live jazz fills the elegant lobby of The Landing Hotel, creating a warm and sophisticated ambiance for an evening of music and conversation. Savor a perfectly crafted cocktail while enjoying soothing live jazz in a relaxed setting.

Big Empty returns for another appearance.

Enjoy a no-cost community screening of Mission: Impossible - The Final Reckoning, featuring Tom Cruise as Ethan Hunt. This PG-13 film will be presented in an ADA accessible theater with surround sound, and concessions will be available for purchase.

BR&B brings its Summer of Blues to Schenectady with a lively celebration of blues music.

Community Crafting Mondays brings together like-minded makers at the Rotterdam Community Center for a relaxed space to create and connect. Participants explore knitting, crocheting, painting, and hand sewing, and take part in collaborative projects that support the community. The emphasis is on friendly conversation, sharing skills, and learning from one another in a welcoming setting.

Get moving with a Zumba session that blends heart-pumping cardio, muscle conditioning, balance, and flexibility, all set to lively Latin and global rhythms for an energizing workout. The cost is $10 per drop-in, or choose a five-class punch card for $40. Instructor Annie Grzywaczewski has eight years of experience teaching Zumba in the local community. For questions, email annieg39@aol.com.

Children in grades K through 5 can strengthen their reading by sharing stories with therapy dogs at the Amsterdam Free Library. Abracadabra, Manny, and Moonbeam listen patiently, helping reduce stress and fear of mistakes while encouraging fluency, comprehension, and confidence. This program runs on the second Monday of each month and pauses during July and August. Advance registration is required by calling 518-842-1080. Please note there is currently no elevator access to the second floor.

Plunder Gaming is hosting a casual and learn-to-play gathering for the My Little Pony Trading Card Game. New players can get started with guided tutorial matches taught by a community member, while experienced fans can bring a deck featuring a favorite pony and enjoy friendly games with others. The aim is to grow a local player base as interest builds toward potential Organized Play from Kayou. These meetups are planned to run every other week for now.

A weekly Planechase session at Plunder Gaming brings a chaotic twist to Magic the Gathering using the decks you already play. At the start of each game, a Planar card is revealed to set a global effect on all players and permanents. Participants can roll the Planar die to try to move to a new plane, and a Chaos result adds another effect. Beyond the shifting planes, gameplay proceeds as usual as everyone battles to be the last player standing. Entry is free. Play is organized as a single pod that seats as many players as want to play, and the last player standing receives a Promotional Pack.

RCC's Monthly Book Club brings readers together to build community around a shared love of books. This friendly group connects over a monthly selection. Registration and details about what is being read this month are available by emailing communications@rotterdamcc.org.

Centre Street Pub hosts a high-energy trivia showdown built around seven distinct rounds that blend knowledge, humor, and friendly competition. Players will tackle general knowledge questions, a picture challenge that rewards sharp eyes, a rotating themed miscellaneous round, a music segment with a karaoke twist, a history and geography mix, and an entertainment category that spans movies and music. It all culminates in a timed final round featuring one multi-answer question worth big points. Participants can compete solo or as a team, with larger groups combining brainpower to crack tougher questions. Top teams earn prizes, often gift cards or branded swag, creating a lively atmosphere of friendly rivalry and laughs.