Stella Pasta Bar & Bistro

08/19/2026

Happy Wednesday, folks - I would sincerely appreciate it if you took the time to read this week's newsletter, as it does pertain to some short-term changes here at 237 Union St this weekend!

Long story short(er): Chef needs to take a few days to rest (Doc's orders) and we don't want to just shut our doors for the week, so while we will be CLOSED TODAY, 8/19, we'll be here all Thursday, Friday, & Saturday with a 'limited menu', good vibes, and a killer night of music upstairs at the VDMC on 8/22.

I go more in-depth on all this in the newsletter, but if you're looking to support us this weekend, here's 3 things you can do:
1) Come on down to Stella & bring your positive energy!
2) Support LIVE JAZZ the Van Dyck, this weekend & beyond!!
3) Grab a Stella & Seven Points GIFT CARD!!!

(518)630-5173 or [email protected] for any questions or concerns, and 237 Union St is the spot we'd love to see you this weekend - thanks so much y'all!

Happy Wednesday, y'all!! Thanks for joining us here in Stella's Weekly Newsletter - Chef John, myself, and the whole team very much appreciate it! Since day one of Stella Pasta Bar back in 2016, Chef, Mom, & myself decided on a policy of 'Open & Honest Communication' with our customers, something we...

08/18/2026

Happy Tuesday, friends & fam of Stella, Seven Points, and the Van Dyck Music Club!! It’s a beautiful day out there, hope you’re enjoying it!

I’m away from my laptop today, so apologies in advance for a delayed Weekly Newsletter - you’ll be getting that tomorrow. For those of you that haven’t signed up to receive it directly, now’s the chance: head to the link below!

Stella Pasta Bar & Bistro / Seven Points Brewery - Weekly Newsletter - Scenectady, NY - Happy Hour - Family Takeout Special

08/14/2026

Thursday Nights at the Van Dyck: Two Sets of Live Jazz from 6-9pm Thursday evenings at 237 Union St featuring an all-new 'Live Jazz Happy Hour'! Free Entry, Tipping Encouraged!

SEPTEMBER:
9/3 - Peter Van Keuren Trio
910 - Tyler Giroux Trio
9/17 - Jeanne O'Connor
9/24 - Niko Nyman

OCTOBER:
10/1 - Art D'Echo Trio
10/8 - Nancy Donnelly Trio
10/15 - Arch Stanton Trio
10/22 - Nicolas Dwarika Trio
10/29 - No Jazz; Murder Mystery Dinner Theatre!

NOVEMBER:
11/5 - GNP
11/12 - Jillian Smith Trio
11/19 - Michael Benedict Jazz Vibes

WEDNESDAY* 11/25:
Thanksgiving Eve 518 JAZZ JAM
with Bohdan Kinal & Friends at the VDMC

DECEMBER:
12/3 - Jeremy Gold Group
12/10 - Jeanine Ouderkirk Trio
12/17 - Vinny Marotta Trio

08/13/2026

Thursday Nights at the Van Dyck! 🍝🍺🎷

Two Sets of Live Jazz - a ‘dinner set’ followed by a ‘club set’ - Thursday evenings from 6:00pm to 9:00pm in the downstairs bar area here at 237 Union St!

An all-new ‘Live Jazz Happy Hour’ will be debuting for these performances, featuring some exciting Stella Pasta Bar & Bistro options as well as a few awesome Seven Points Brewery drink specials available exclusively during the ‘club set’ - as always on our first floor: reservations are suggested for our Dining Room, while seating at the Bar Area is first come, first served.

We’ve got some killer Capital Region jazz musicians on the schedule for our inaugural Sept-Dec run of ‘Thursday Nights at the Van Dyck’, and if all goes well we’ll be continuing this series for a long time here in the Stockade… and that’s all in addition to the excellent programming upstairs at the Van Dyck Music Club, including our very first ‘Thanksgiving Eve 518 Jazz Jam’ on Wednesday 11/25 with Bohdan Kinal & Friends!

More announcements for some great shows at Van Dyck Music Club coming your way shortly, looking forward to seeing you in the Schenectady for some LIVE JAZZ!!

08/11/2026

Well, well... Happy Tuesday to ya!! Hope you've had a good day, hope you've had a good summer, hope to see you again soon!!!

Looking forward to another busy week here in the Stockade; check out this week's edition of Stella's Weekly Newsletter for everything you need to know this week and beyond at 237 Union St. (and subscribe via our website to receive it directly!)

🍝🍺🎷✌️💛

08/07/2026

PASTA? ✅
BEER? ✅
JAZZ? ✅
generative ai? 🚫🚫🚫

🍝🍻&🎷
237 Union St, Schenectady

08/04/2026

Happy Tuesday to ya!! Some great social events this weekend to go along with the usual Pasta & Beer here, plus some exciting Jazz news just around the corner! 237 Union St is the place where it all happens - be sure to head over to our website and subscribe to Stella's Weekly Newsletter to receive these updates directly in your inbox each and every week!!

See you in the Stockade!

Happy Tuesday, y'all! It's a beautiful sunny day in the Stockade, and we're ready for an excellent August here at Stella, Seven Points, & the Van Dyck!! Above is one of the 400+ pictures we snapped at Newport Jazz Festival... WHAT. A. WEEKEND!! So, so, so many incredible musicians and performances,....

08/04/2026

THIS FRIDAY AT THE Van Dyck Music Club!

What's Mixtape Mayhem all about?
It’s A 90s-Themed Fundraiser Show benefiting In Our Own Voices by Gilded Plume Productions

Whether you grew up with cassette tapes, Saturday morning cartoons, TRL, video stores, or the sound of dial-up internet, this is one throwback party you won't want to miss!

Friday, August 7, 2026
Showtime: 8:30 PM (Doors Open: 7:30 PM)
The Van Dyck – 237 Union St. Schenectady, NY
Tickets: $20 in advance (Group Discount Tix Available), $30 at the door
21+ only | ID required
Ticket link: https://gildedplumeproductions.weebly.com/mixtape-mayhem.html

Every ticket helps support In Our Own Voices, strengthening and empowering LGBTQIA+ BIPOC communities in Upstate New York.

Get your tickets today and join us for a night packed with unforgettable performances, iconic 90s vibes, and an amazing cause!

Grab your crew - Rock your favorite 90s look - Let's make this mixtape one to remember!

07/28/2026

Haaaaaaappy Tuesday, y'all! I hope you're enjoying your summers, I hope we see some of you this week here in the Stockade, and I hope the weather is nice in Newport, Rhode Island this weekend!! 🍝🍺🎷✌️💛

Happy Tuesday, Friends & Family of Stella Pasta Bar, Seven Points Brewery, & the Van Dyck Music Club!! Hope you're enjoying your summer!!! It's a huge weekend for yours truly... because I'm leaving for the NEWPORT JAZZ FESTIVAL on Thursday! As much as love hanging with y'all here in the Stockade dur...