A quick recap of the week

posted Dec 11, 2010
week review 2010-12-11

Here are a few highlights from the past week on AOA:

+ Sebastien shared some photos from the ESP tree lighting and fireworks.

+ There was a gurgling sound and then flames shot out of a hole in Central Ave on Monday.

+ Judy asked about good neighborhood Christmas light displays (still looking for more answers on this one).

+ Aaron asked about finding a good turkey burger.

+ We took a look at the proposed amendment that would allow people to keep hens in Albany.

+ The APD says a 12-year-old stole two cars in a week.

+ There was an interesting discussion about the chemicals police say they found in a grad student's apartment basement in Delmar.

+ What was up in the Neighborhood this week: Trader Joe's, The Point, Ed Dague, salves, Cella Bistro, goulash, pizza, a mystery sushi chef, button pushing, free birthday drinks, hair colorists, trivia perfection, working Newfoundlands, and whimsical dogs.

+ We did a little math to see which destination offers the most warm weather for your airfare dollar.

+ The new Troy food co-op appears to be having some trouble.

+ Matt Baumgartner is reportedly "finalizing details" on a plan to open an English-style pub.

+ A few of the items found on Craigslist this week: naked house cleaning, a store full of attractive guys, recreational extras and a photo booth.

+ @tigerosa asked about finding a good tattoo place.

+ Albany High School (and Hackett Middle School and Schenectady High School) ended up on the state's list of "persistently lowest achieving" schools -- which prompted some interesting discussion.

+ Julie asked about finding a good dentist.

+ Crystal shared some great local finds on Etsy: jewelry, clothing, kids stuff, other stuff.

+ And Jess continued her list of local gift ideas: Adirondack carbon reduction certificates, the gift of garlic, shirts from Run, We Must.


If you'd just like the whole week unfiltered, check our listing of the last seven days of AOA.

Thanks to everyone who posted a comment or shared an idea or photo this week!

fireworks photo: Sebastien B

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