All Over Albany

This week was brought to you by...

This week was brought to you by a whole bunch of lovely things like tulips, wine and incredibly romantic wedding proposals. Sigh.

And speaking of things we love -- it was also brought to you by fabulous AOA advertisers.

Without them, there would be no us -- so if you love us, please support them. Got that? Good. Oh, and hey -- if you were an AOA advertiser, we'd love you too (not that we don't already, but you know what we mean...) Here's how to join their ranks.

Below is a list of the advertisers that made AOA possible this week:

Stuff to do

+The Schenectady Greenmarket has moved outdoors. You'll find them around Schenectady City Hall. Pick up some fresh veggies or a Mother's Day Plant.

+ If you love checking out cool places to live, 17 Chapelis giving tours of their fab new downtown condos. The Sales Center next to the Hampton Inn has open house hours Sundays 12:30 - 4, Tuesdays 12-4 and Thursdays 3-6.

+ The Albany All Stars Roller Derby takes on the Elm City Derby Damez on May 15th at the Washington Avenue Armory. Doors open at 6 and the bout is at 7. Be there.

Food and Drink

+Save $ on Bilinski's products with the exclusive AOA coupon and pick up some Bilinski's chicken sausage

+ New World Bistro Bar has an awesome Mother's Day Brunch lined up for Sunday from 10-2 . The regular a la carte Brunch menu is available, plus delicious specials including: Crab and Asparagus Omelette with Bearnaise; Fresh Strawberry, Basil and Sweetened Chevre Crepes; Ramp "Sushi" filled with Lobster, Shiitakes and Avocado. Mom's get free "MAmosas. " Or get a take Mom to New World for their special Mother's Day dinner from 4-9. Mom would want you to make sure you have a reservation -- 518.694.0520

+The The Wine Bar and Bistro on Lark is celebrating Mother's Day with 25% any bottle of European wine on Sunday. Hmmm... post Tulip Fest dinner?

+ Honest Weight Food Co-op is a great place to get what you need to start your garden... and pick up some healthy, delicious snacks to enjoy in it.

+ The patio is officially open at The Midtown Tap and Tea Room and the coffee house opens this week.

+Mom always gave you cupcakes, bring her some from Bettie's Cupcakes. Pick up the compliment of the day on their Facebook page and whisper it to Bettie when you get there. She'll give you a cupcake for free.

More good stuff

+ That sports injury isn't just going to go away on its own. Go see John Murphy and his team at Core Physical Therapy in Albany.

+ Catch up on the week in politics with the fabulous Susan Arbetter onThe Capitol Pressroom with Susan Arbetter. Just a few minutes and you'll be entertained an in the know.

+ Sunmark Federal Credit Union has online defensive driving courses to help you lower your auto insurance rates. Keep an eye on their Facebook page for fun updates and ways to save $.

Photo: flickr user Kelli Taylor