City of Albany Department of Neighborhood Services

09/29/2026

🩸Neighborhood and Community Services will be hosting a blood drive on Wednesday, September 30, from 1:00–5:00 PM.

🩸Neighborhood and Community Services will be hosting a blood drive on Wednesday, September 30, from 1:00–5:00 PM.

The American Red Cross is currently experiencing a severe blood shortage and has declared a National Blood Supply Crisis the second such declaration in the organization’s history. Blood donations are at a four-year low, and the Red Cross has taken precautions to limit blood distributions so that available supplies can reach as many patients as possible.

If you are willing and eligible, donating blood is one of the greatest gifts you can give and can help save a life. With the current shortage, every donation is needed and can make a meaningful difference. We strongly encourage anyone who is eligible to consider donating.

Thank you for considering supporting this important effort and helping our community respond to this urgent need!

09/25/2026

This morning, South End Neighborhood Specialist Shneecka Alexander had the opportunity to join the Albany Mayor Dr. Dorcey Applyrs, Albany Police Department, staff, and students from Giffen Memorial Elementary School to cheer on the riders from Albany Ride for Missing Children as they completed an incredible 100-mile journey.

The Albany Ride for Missing Children is dedicated to raising awareness about missing and exploited children while promoting child safety through education, advocacy, and community partnerships throughout the Capital Region.

It was a wonderful opportunity to come together as a community, show our support, and help spread the important message of keeping our children safe. 💙🚴🏽‍♀️

09/24/2026

🎃👻 BOO-TIFUL ALBANY! 👻🎃

Get ready to show off your Halloween spirit! 🏠🕷️🧡
The Department of Neighborhood Services is hosting our citywide “Boo-tiful Albany” Home Decorating Contest, and we’re inviting all Albany residents to participate!

🏚️ Decorate your home and get creative!
📅 Homes must be entered by October 25
🏆 Winner announced: October 28 at our annual Trunk or Treat event 4:30pm-6:30pm

Whether your decorations are spooky, silly, spectacular, or all three we want to see them! 🎃✨

📲 Scan the QR code or register here: https://survey123.arcgis.com/share/635246ddd03e49c98cf725532fcd1070 to learn more and enter your spooky home!
Let’s make Albany BOO-tiful this Halloween! 👻🎃

09/24/2026

🩸Neighborhood and Community Services will be hosting a blood drive on Wednesday, September 30, from 1:00–5:00 PM.

The American Red Cross is currently experiencing a severe blood shortage and has declared a National Blood Supply Crisis the second such declaration in the organization’s history. Blood donations are at a four-year low, and the Red Cross has taken precautions to limit blood distributions so that available supplies can reach as many patients as possible.

If you are willing and eligible, donating blood is one of the greatest gifts you can give and can help save a life. With the current shortage, every donation is needed and can make a meaningful difference. We strongly encourage anyone who is eligible to consider donating.

Thank you for considering supporting this important effort and helping our community respond to this urgent need!

09/23/2026

👩‍🍳🍴 Know a young adult who loves to cook and wants to take their culinary skills to the next level?

SEAT Center and Hattie's Culinary Lab have an exciting opportunity to explore the world of culinary arts through our Culinary Career Pathway!
Participants will have the opportunity to sharpen their cooking skills, learn more about the culinary industry, and gain valuable experience that can help prepare them for future education and career opportunities in the field.

If you know someone who has a passion for cooking and is ready to turn that passion into a pathway toward a career, share this opportunity with them!

📢 Check out the flyer for program details and how to get started!

09/23/2026

Manning Blvd Neighborhood Yard Sale!🎈🎈🎈

Come out this weekend and join Historic Manning Boulevard Neighborhood Association neighborhood and enjoy a little shopping!

Take a stroll down Manning Blvd, say hello to your neighbors, and see what treasures you might find along the way. 🛍️👜

09/22/2026

The next Neighborhood Academy will focus on vacant buildings and the steps the City and its community partners are taking to address this issue. We will hear from Sam Wells, Stabilization Coordinator, who will share information about current efforts, resources, and strategies to help address vacant properties in our community.

09/21/2026

Today’s ribbon cutting for the Produce Pickup Projectt was a wonderful celebration of community! 🥬
The new tent will provide much-needed protection for Albany Victory Gardens volunteers as the weather changes, helping them stay comfortable while continuing to serve our community.
Maribel, Neighborhood Specialist for West Hill, was proud to be there and celebrate this important milestone! 💚

09/18/2026

Neighborhood Newsflash - https://mailchi.mp/d8a3cff1a28b/neighborhood-newsflash

09/15/2026

🩸🩸Neighborhood and Community Services will be hosting a blood drive on Wednesday, September 30, from 1:00–5:00 PM.

The American Red Cross is currently experiencing a severe blood shortage and has declared a National Blood Supply Crisis the second such declaration in the organization’s history. Blood donations are at a four-year low, and the Red Cross has taken precautions to limit blood distributions so that available supplies can reach as many patients as possible.

If you are willing and eligible, donating blood is one of the greatest gifts you can give and can help save a life. With the current shortage, every donation is needed and can make a meaningful difference. We strongly encourage anyone who is eligible to consider donating.

Thank you for considering supporting this important effort and helping our community respond to this urgent need!