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| Live Local - Local Attractions Proctors Theatre Since 1926, Proctors Theatre, a historic, beautifully restored theatre located in the heart of downtown, has presented the very best in entertainment for New York's Capital Region. Proctors Theatre is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Each season, Proctors Theatre presents world-class singers, dance programs, opera and symphony orchestras, and their forte, top-notch touring Broadway musicals. Many of the musicals come 'Direct From Broadway,' meaning that they use the same costumes, sets, and in some instances, the same performers as the Broadway productions. GE Theatre at Proctors www.proctors.org/places/ge_theatre The GE Theatre is a multi-purpose space, with 436 retractable theatre seats. This theatre features the iwerks Extreme Screen showing 3D family movies such as Bugs 3D and Forces of Nature, as well as their ilearn program for school children. Movieland Visit Schenectady's Downtown Bowtie Cinema featureing stadium seating and Dolby Digital Sound in every auditorium, free parking directly across the street in the Broadway Garage, bargain matinees daily until 6pm, freshly prepared hot food, Movieland Café – featuring premium wine and beer selection for your enjoyment before or after the show, real butter served over fresh hot popcorn, and a selection of Green Mountain coffees. Jay Street Jay Street, located between Proctors and City Hall, is a short pedestrian street featuring a number of small, independently operated businesses and eateries, many of which are now open on Sundays. Jay Street is a fabulous place to stroll, shop and eat. Art Night Schenectady Art Night - spotlighting the Arts the 3rd Friday of every month! Schenectady Museum and Planetarium Come to the Museum and discover a community with the power to change the world. It might just change the way you look at science, art, technology, and people all around you! The Schenectady Museum & Suits-Bueche Planetarium is a dynamic destination, which celebrates science, invention, and imagination. The Museum explores the area’s rich technological heritage, with some of the region’s finest interactive exhibits; a must-see for families, tourists, area residents, and other visitors. The Museum’s Planetarium features the GOTO Star Projector. One of only 12 in the country, the GOTO offers a real-life view of the night sky not available anywhere else in the northeast. The Stockade Little Italy Schenectady County Public Library
Visit the Central Branch of the County Public Library in Downtown Schenectady, the hub of the County's excellent library system where you can find everything from the latest best seller to the most recently released DVDs. Also enjoy special events for families, children and friends, such as the Adult Summer Reading Club, the Reel Film Series, and children's story time. Union College Founded in 1795, the first college chartered by the Board of Regents of the State of New York, Union is an independent, liberal arts college. The College's 100-acre campus includes eight acres of formal gardens and woodland known as Jackson's Garden. The first buildings were completed in 1814 following the design of a French architect. Union was the first American college with a unified campus plan. The distinctive campus centerpiece, the 16-sided Nott Memorial (1875), is a National Historic Landmark and a center for lectures, conferences, exhibits and study. Dine Local - Local Restaurants Apperitivo Bistro: 426 State Street, 579-3371. Bistro, Pub Fare, Italian. The Backstage Pub and Grill: 501 Smith Street, 344-5120. Pub Fare, American. The Blockhouse Tavern: 102 State Street. Brandon's Ritz Terrace: 1725 Van Vranken Avenue, 347-1329. Continental, Italian. Chez Daisie: 183 Jay Street, 344-7082. French Bistro, American Creperie. Deanna's Cafe & Catering: 142 Clinton Street. 346-0606. Mexican, American. Katie O'Byrne's: 121 Wall Street, 393-5999. Irish Pub.
Katz Kafe: 160 Jay Street, 377-0320. American.
Kens Subs: 435 State Street, 370-2566. Sandwiches.
Manhattan Exchange Restaurant: 607 Union Street, 374-5930. Pub.
Mari's Japanese Cuisine: 2049 Van Vranken Avenue, 381-4881. Japanese.
Moon & River Cafe': 115 S. Ferry Street, 382-1938. Vegetarian, Light Fare.
Morrette's King Steak House: 1126 Erie Boulevard, 370-0555. American.
Muddy Cup Coffeehouse: 432 State Street, 881-4511. Coffeehouse.
Nico's Pizzeria: 441 State Street, 372-6024. Italian.
The Parker Inn: 434 State Street, 688-1001. American. Petta's: 134 Duane Avenue, 346-7324. Italian American. Pinhead Susan's: 38 Broadway, 346-6431. American, Pub. Pizza King: 124 Jay Street, 347-1234. Italian.
Scott's Restaurant: 1730 Union Street, 374-1574. Italian. Shamrock Restaurant: 157 Clinton Street, 382-9553. Sandwiches. Slick's Restaurant: 127 S. Ferry Street, 370-0026. Deli Sandwiches. The Stockade Inn: 1 N. Church Street, 346-3400. Fine American fare. Taj Mahal Restaurant: 118 Jay Street, 370-3664. Indian. The Union Inn: 517 Union Street, 382-9264. American. Villa Italia Pasticceria: 226 Broadway, 355-1144. Italian Bakery.
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