Schenectady has never looked better, and now is your chance to see for yourself.
The city is inviting members of the Union community to explore downtown this Saturday, and there's plenty to do and discover. The annual Welcome Back Day, set for noon to 5 p.m., features festivals, entertainment, food, art and, with a Union ID, assorted discounts from participating Jay Street shops and restaurants.
Highlights include the Stockade Art Show in the historic district, an annual juried show of paintings and sculpture by more than 100 artists throughout the Northeast. The vibrant Greek and Little Italy festivals will also spice up the day.
The event is sponsored by the College, the Downtown Schenectady Improvement Corporation and the Chamber of Schenectady County. There will be free trolley service to ferry festival-goers from the circle at Old Chapel and from College Park Hall to the downtown vicinity.