Colonie Community

Things To Do

Whether you currently live in the area or are new to Colonie, you’ll want to know all of the fun things to do. We’ve put together a list of our favorite things to get you started! Looking for more ideas? Just ask us!  

1. Wolf Road – Wolf Road is one of the central hubs for stores, restaurants and entertainment in Colonie. Situated close to the airport, Wolf Road boasts restaurants like BJ’s Restaurant and Brewhouse, Outback Steakhouse, Ted’s Fish Fry and many more. 
2. Colonie Center Mall – One of the premier shopping malls in the capital district is located in Colonie. Colonie Center Mall has stores like Barnes and Noble, Macy’s and Champs. It also has well known restaurants like The Cheesecake Factory, P.F. Changs and Five Guys. 
3. Regal Colonie Center and RPX – Regal Cinemas is located in the Colonie Center Mall. This cinema has reclining seats and premiers the latest movies. A full snack bar makes it the perfect place to catch a new movie.
4. Newton Plaza – Newton Plaza is located in Loudonville and has recently expanded, adding new stores and restaurants. The plaza has plenty of boutiques, specialty shops and dining.  
5. Trader Joe’s Grocery Store – A town favorite, Trader Joe’s is located on Wolf Road. Trader Joes has specialty foods and products that always keeps its customers coming back for more.  
6. Guptill’s Arena – Guptill’s Roller–Skating Rink has been a family business for almost 70 years. Guptill’s hosts events like birthday parties and reunions. Rent some skates and enjoy yourself in the world’s largest roller-skating rink or get some ice cream from the famous ice cream shop.  
7. Proctors Theatre – A few miles west of Colonie is the historic Proctors Theatre. Since 1926 the theatre has hosted plays and concerts in Schenectady. Check out the Proctors Theatre website to find upcoming events and shows.  
8. Dave & Buster’s – At the family-friendly chain, you can play arcade games, watch a football game, and enjoy a meal from a delicious pub menu. Dave & Buster’s is also a great location for your next birthday party! 
9. Colonie Farmer’s Market – During the summer months, the Town of Colonie puts on a farmer’s market at the William K Stanford town library. Local vendors sell produce, specialty products and other homemade goods. It gives vendors and customers the opportunity to interact and buy locally–sourced products.  
10. All 4 Fun – All 4 Fun is a complex that includes mini golf, go–carts, batting cages and ice cream. The complex is located next to the airport so you can enjoy views of airplanes taking off and landing while eating your favorite ice cream.  

Schools & Education

We feel that it’s important that our residents know the educational opportunities that the surrounding communities have to offer. That’s why we’ve created a guide that covers local K-12 schools and higher learning institutions. Still have questions about schools and education? Ask us! 

SOUTH COLONIE SCHOOL DISTRICT 

1. Forest Park Elementary School – Educating Children from Kindergarten to 4th Grade, this school has a staff of 50 talented individuals who are dedicated to helping children learn about the world around them, and embrace their unique creativity. 
2. Sand Creek Middle School – If your children attend Forest Park Elementary school, this will be the next step in their educational growth. Sand Creek focuses on meeting the unique developmental needs of each of their pupils from 5th grade to 8th grade by helping them embrace achievement, responsibility, and positive thinking. 
3. Colonie Central High School – After attending Sand Creek for four years, students enter Colonie Central High School. Nearly ninety percent of college graduates at this school go on to attend a two- or four-year college, and more than half of pupils earns an advanced regents diploma. Best of all, advanced placement and college-level courses are available so students can get a head start on their university learning experience.
   

HIGHER EDUCATION OPPORTUNITIES 

1. SUNY Albany – This local University doesn’t just attract students from all over the country, it attracts applicants from all over the world. This college offers majors in Criminal Justice, Political Science, Digital Forensics, Economics, History, Computer Science, Foreign Languages, and much more.   
2. The College of Saint Rose – This private University has several achievements such as being ranked in the top quarter of “Best Regional Universities – North” list. It also has the honor of being named a “military-friendly school” by G.I. Jobs magazine. Its core focus is helping students grow in the fields of Arts and Humanities, Business, Education, Math, and Science. 

Government Offices & Services

It’s important to learn about the area around you if you’re new to the Town of Colonie, New York. This government services guide is here to help.

1. Colonie Police Department
   312 Wolf Road, Latham, NY 12110 
   Phone: (518) 783-2744
   The Colonie Police Department protects and serves the community. It also offers a civilian police academy, an explorer program for teenagers, and more. To reach them, you can call 518-783-2744 or 911 in the event of an emergency. 
2. Colonie Fire Department
   1631 Central Ave, Albany, NY 12205 
   Phone: (518) 869-9306
   Having served the community since 1931, the Colonie Fire Company is an all-volunteer department that is committed to providing a variety of safety services. To reach them you can call (518) 869-9306 or 911 in case of an emergency. 
3. Colonie Post Office
   11 New Karner Road, Guilderland, NY 12084 
   Phone: (518) 458-7217
   Serving the Colonie area, this post office offers many different on-site services including delivery services, handling money orders, offering PO Boxes and more! 
4. William K. Sanford Town Library
   629 Albany Shaker Road, Loudonville, NY 12211 
   Phone: (518) 458-9274
   The William K. Sanford Town Library provides the community with numerous resources to enrich their lives including signing out books & DVDs, book clubs, computer classes, and other programs and events. 
5. Albany Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV)
   224 S. Pearl Street, Albany, NY 12202 
   Phone: (518) 486-9786
   To get a license, a state ID, permit, CDL, or to take care of other plate related matters, you can visit this office. 
6. Colonie Town Hall
   534 New Loudon Road, Latham, NY 12110 
   Phone: (518) 783-2700
   In addition to hosting the Town Board and being the office of the Town Supervisor, the Town Hall offers building and fire services, youth programs and services, senior resources, and other departments and initiatives that promotes community involvement.