JOCK (Sept 23-25, 2011)

It goes without saying, everyone deserves a huge break away from all the recent weather craziness. And with the 2011 Baseball season ending and the Football season just getting started, Bear Albany is getting into the "swing" of things with our sports gear party, JOCK (Sept 23-25). We're calling all rough and tough men for a weekend of sports uniforms, knee pads, and all the balls you can handle. That's right, this one is for all you SPORTS FANS and admirers of SPORT UNIFORMS. So dig up your old football gear, break out your favorite baseball hat, and show off that tight little singlet you've been hiding in the back of your draw. We want you to show us what team you play for and while you're at it, show us what your favorite position is. As always, there's NO REGISTRATION FEES for the weekend, just the door donation on Saturday night.

Hotel rooms for JOCK (Sept 23-25) have sold out pretty quickly. In the event weren't able to reserve in advance, try calling back on Friday to hopefully grab one of the cancellations. But in case you're worried, the Marriott Townplace has setup an overflow hotel at the Holiday Inn Express in Downtown Albany for $89/night. Just give them a call tell them you're part of the "Marriott's Bear Albany Group" and you should get their special pricing. They're located downtown at 300 Broadway, and even have their own shuttle to get you out to the Bars, the Host Hotel Pool, Bear Bingo, etc.

  • Marriott: 518-860-1500
  • Holiday Inn Express: 518-434-4111
And if you want to beat the rush, make a Marriott reservation for our next event on Nov 11-13. It's a Science Fiction costume party and we can't wait to see what ideas everyone comes up with... 

Friday Evening

JOCK weekend kicks off on Friday Sept 23rd. For those of you who get into town early, Team A-Man is having a HotBoi Auction at ROCKS to benefit AIDSWalk 2011. It's FREE to get in to watch the bois and excitement, FREE to sign up to be a bidder, and everyone is welcome to sign up to be in the auction. That includes all you hot Bears & Cubs who'd like to contribute! The highest bidder will get to take out the Bear, Cub, or Boi to dinner. The Preview is from 6-7pm and the Auction will be from 7-10pm. See who's going...

With all the recent storm and flood activity, Mother Nature has proven herself to a real bitch lately. Our hearts sincerely go out to everyone who's been affected. If you'd like to help, there's going to be a Charity Comedy Show at The Egg, on Friday Sept 23rd from 8-10pm, benefiting 300 local kids who've recently lost everything. Anyone who purchases a ticket to the show will get their first drink for free at WaterWorks on Friday night (beer, wine or well). Tickets & information...

After the show, swing by WaterWorks for our BEARAOKE MEAT & GREET after 9pm (76 Central Ave). It's a great time to "meat" new friends and "greet" existing buddies that you haven't seen in a while. WaterWorks Pub always has a great atmosphere, awesome drink specials, free pizza & wings, and NO COVER for all of our BEAR ALBANY buds. See who's going...

Saturday Afternoon

Head down to the hotel pool on Saturday around noon and enjoy some time making new friends in the hot tub with your fellow bears. Make sure you introduce yourself and don't forget to smile so we all remember your handsome mug. Or if you're looking to get some fresh air before the Bingo & Happy Hour party, check out the Beekman Boys, 2011 Sharon Springs NY Harvest Festival. The main festival runs from 10am-4pm on Saturday and it's not that far of a drive from Albany.

Then afterward, take a quick trip to Oh Bar for the "Out of Bounds Bingo & Happy Hour" from 5-7pm. Bingo cards will cost $2 ea and all sales benefit Our Brothers Keepers. Plus they'll have $2.50 domestics, $3 draft & import, $4.50 wine, $3/$5 well drinks, $3.50/$5.50 top shelf, there will be $2 PomPom Punch Pints. The bar is just a short walk from the Host Hotel or a 3 minute drive if you'd like to take the FREE hotel shuttle. See who's going...

Saturday Evening

At 9pm, come out to ROCKS Bar for JOCK and be sure to wear your favorite SPORTS GEAR (77 Central Ave). Dig up your old football gear, break out your favorite baseball hat, and show off that tight little singlet you've been hiding in the back of your draw. As always, we'll have great drink specials, FREE PIZZA around midnight, and the dance club will be PUMPING with musical PLEASURE all night long! And while you're exploring every DARK CORNER of the bar, remember that what happens in Albany, stays in Albany. See who's going...

Sunday Brunch

Let's all meet for a last goodbye at the Golden Corral Buffet (1901 Central Ave, Colonie, NY 12205). Swing by between 11am and 1pm and bring your new buddies along for company. It'll be a great way to wrap up to the weekend before heading back from the weekend. See who's going...