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Welcome to AVA’s monthly calendar of events. Take a peek and plan your stay-cation or your next visit to our region. The city’s most notable annual events include historic home tours, outdoor summer concerts and movies under the stars, and the Northwest Art and Air Festival.
*Note for event organizers: If you’d like to have your event listed on the AVA calendar, head over to our contact page and submit your event to us.
In May of 1923 the Jefferson Women’s Club appointed a committee to find a suitable place to house a public library. The first library was opened on July 10, 1923, in the Smith and Fontaine General Merchandise Store with club members serving as volunteer librarians.
Join the Jefferson Public Library for their Centennial Open House on Aug. 1 from 10am – 7pm. They’re celebrating the library’s past, present, and future with games, food & fun!
Photo: Santiam at Rest by Dave Maestas
The Albany Arts Commission (AAC) will participate in Albany’s First Friday event in April with its first-ever commission members show.
On First Friday, April 5, 2024, members of the AAC will host a reception at City Hall from 5:00 pm to 6:30 pm.
This event is free and open to the public. Come meet your AAC active artist members, enjoy refreshments, view the variety of their work, and learn more about AAC’s mission and goals to support the arts in our community.
The AAC has raised public funds to support ongoing artist receptions for First Friday downtown for the rest of 2024.
The Hidden History Scavenger Hunt includes photos of Downtown architectural elements to identify. Forms, and information on how to get them, will be available on May 1st. All entries must be returned to The Natty Dresser by Thursday, May 26, 5:00 pm. All correctly completed entries will be put into a drawing for a prize. The winner will be announced May 31 on Facebook and contacted by phone. This event is part of Albany‘s celebration of National Historic Preservation Month. Happy Hunting!
Photo: “Albany Building Corner” by Cathy Webb
Join the Albany Arts Commission (AAC) as they participate in Historic Downtown Albany’s First Friday event, May 3, 2024.
They will host a community art show featuring works by over 20 artists for the entire month of May.
Members of the AAC will host a First Friday reception for the Community Show artists at the Albany City Hall, 333 Broadalbin St SW, on Friday May 3rd from 5:00 pm to 6:30 pm.
This event is free and open to the public. Come meet your AAC active artist members, enjoy refreshments, view the variety of their work, and learn more about AAC’s mission and goals to support the arts in our community.
The AAC has raised public funds to support ongoing artist receptions for First Friday downtown for the rest of 2024.
The “Cuatro De Mayo” party starts at 9:00 PM with drink specials to keep you refreshed as you dance the night away at the Greyhound Tavern!
Admission is FREE!
Enter your vintage bicycle or have fun seeing someone else’s while you enjoy great beer and cool vendors! Free entry to view 75+ vintage bicycles
To register your bike for the 2024 show, visit Albany Vintage Bicycle Registration
The 2024 Categories are:
Best Original Condition
Best Restored Condition
Best Custom Build
Best BMX (Freestyle or Race)
The People’s Choice Award
* All years up to 1989 will be considered Vintage
If you have any questions regarding which category your bicycle should be placed in, please email us.
This event is part of Albany‘s celebration of National Historic Preservation Month.
Join us every Saturday in May @ 9pm for Karaoke Night at Greyhound Tavern! 
It’s your chance to shine and sing your heart out on stage. Whether you’re a shower singer or a seasoned pro, everyone is welcome to grab the mic and show off their talents.
Join us every Saturday in May @ 9pm for Karaoke Night at Greyhound Tavern! It’s your chance to shine and sing your heart out on stage. Whether you’re a shower singer or a seasoned pro, everyone is welcome to grab the mic and show off their talents.
Greyhound Tavern presents “Western Wednesday” with line dancing led by Jamie Lee Dancing. Admission is free!
Y’all come down and have a boot stompin’ good time!
