New Kind of ‘Social Media’ Combines Art and Drinks in Albany

It's like those 'Paint Nite' events except with different types of art and it includes signature cocktails.

The Arts Center of The Capital Region has started hosting a new event they are calling 'Social Media'. It's a lot like the 'Paint Nite' events that pair wine and DIY painting that have grown so popular recently, except it switches things up every month.

Instead if painting, the Arts Center is picking a different DIY art project each month all while partnering with Star Bartenders Institute who will be creating a signature cocktail that has been paired with the art form you'll be experimenting with.

According to All Over Albany the events go from 5:30 to 7:30 and will run you $25 which includes your art supplies, "nibbles", and signature cocktail. Plus they'll be serving beer, wine, and soft drinks throughout.

Their first event was "Pottery and Mudslides" and it sold out quickly so if you are interested you might want to get your reservations in sooner rather than later. Below you'll find find a list of the next few events scheduled courtesy of The Arts Center of The Capital Region.

October 18: Fall Foliage Arrangement & Cider – 5:30PM-7:30PM – CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

Who doesn’t love flowers? Bring your friends or make some new ones at the Arts Center and make a beautiful fall arrangement to brighten up your home. Plus, you can enjoy locally-sourced cider!

November 15: Letterpress Printing & Colored Martinis 5:30PM-7:30PM – CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

Drink Ink (not really) with colorful martinis, then venture into the print studio to explore this centuries old art. You’ll print a short phrase to take home and hang on your wall!

December 20: Taffy-Pulling & Spiked Eggnog 5:30PM-7:30PM – CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

‘Tis the season to indulge your sweet tooth! Join us to make and pull your own taffy. Showcase your culinary art at your holiday soiree, or give it as a hand-made gift from the hear! Enjoy spiked eggnog, and go home to celebrate the holidays!