Drawing: Invite-only Cold War Kids show at Hollow Bar
Drawing's closed! Winner's been emailed!
Indie rock group Cold War Kids is playing an invite-only acoustic set at The Hollow Bar & Kitchen in Albany June July 11. The short show is organized by WEQX, and the only way in is via a spot on the list. There will be no tickets for sale.
Well, the good people at EQX have offered AOA four spots on the list, and we're giving them away. To enter the drawing, please answer this question in the comments:
What's a local way to keep cool during the summer?
We'll draw one winner at random. That person will get to bring along three friends to the show, which starts at 7 pm. Yep, the Hollow is the former Bayou on Pearl Street in downtown Albany.
Cold War Kids released a new album this past April. (A track off the album is embedded post-jump.) And they're gearing up for a tour through Australia and the US that starts later this month. Maybe you saw them play at Tulip Fest a few years back.
Important: All comments must be submitted by noon on Tuesday, July 2, 2013 to be entered in the drawing. You and your guests must be 21 or older. You must answer the question to be part of the drawing. (Normal commenting guidelines apply.) One entry per person, please. You must enter a valid email address (that you check regularly) with your comment. The winner will be notified via email by 5 pm on Tuesday and must respond by noon on Wednesday, July 3.
photo: Cara Robbins
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Go see a movie at Clifton Park Center
... said GMF on Jul 1, 2013 at 12:02 PM | link
Go up to Thacher State park and hike the Indian Ladder trail, the altitude plus waterfalls make it much cooler than in downtown!
... said Megan on Jul 1, 2013 at 12:13 PM | link
Go to Howe Caverns! A cool 52° F at all times. It is great for all ages and a little bit of something for everyone. If you want to see more than the walking tour gives you, there is an Adventure Tour which takes you on some guided spelunking. And now there are ziplines outside for even more fun. Just be prepared for the cost, it all adds up really quickly!
... said Matthew Sanders on Jul 1, 2013 at 12:13 PM | link
Pool party at ma folks' house!
... said Amy on Jul 1, 2013 at 12:13 PM | link
Sitting on one of the barges on the river, having a cocktail, and reminiscing about the winter.
... said ned on Jul 1, 2013 at 12:18 PM | link
Iced coffee from the Daily Grind or Tierra Roasters.
... said Marissa on Jul 1, 2013 at 12:18 PM | link
Just be yourself...oh, and maybe take a walk on the Ferndell Trail at Saratoga Spa state Park!
... said Frank on Jul 1, 2013 at 12:19 PM | link
Swim from downtown Troy to the Rusty Anchor
... said Spencer on Jul 1, 2013 at 12:21 PM | link
A raspberry extra thick shake from Kurver Kreme!!
... said wonderbread on Jul 1, 2013 at 12:22 PM | link
A Boston Shake from the Snowman in Troy.
... said Aaron on Jul 1, 2013 at 12:23 PM | link
Spray pool at prospect park in Troy
--did you mean July 11th? the piece says June 11th...i know where is 2013 going?
... said colleen on Jul 1, 2013 at 12:24 PM | link
Go up to Uncommon Grounds in Saratoga, then pop over to Yaddo for a stroll among the artists with a girl who digs that sort of thing.
... said Paul Matula on Jul 1, 2013 at 12:26 PM | link
Take a dip in the Poestenkill Falls also know as: Poestenkill High Falls, Mount Ida Falls, Wire Mill Falls. A short drive from downtown Troy. Plenty of parking, trails a little hairy to get down to it, but a cool place and a real adventure if you're up for it!
Info/Directions:
http://www.northeastwaterfalls.com/waterfall.php?num=1064&p=0
... said BenK. on Jul 1, 2013 at 12:26 PM | link
Swim at the peerless pool in Saratoga!
... said Kaitlynn on Jul 1, 2013 at 12:26 PM | link
A dip in the Elm Ave. Park pool in Delmar!
... said Jon on Jul 1, 2013 at 12:27 PM | link
By taking day trips to a number of waterfalls in the area and cooling off in the pools there.
... said Sarah on Jul 1, 2013 at 12:27 PM | link
Drinks outdoors at El Mariachi.
... said Josh on Jul 1, 2013 at 12:28 PM | link
Have a cold beverage, & listen to WEQX....
... said David Giardono on Jul 1, 2013 at 12:29 PM | link
We all head over to the Victoria Pool In Saratoga Springs
... said Brendan on Jul 1, 2013 at 12:32 PM | link
Swimming in a pool anywhere.
... said Lindsay on Jul 1, 2013 at 12:35 PM | link
go for an afternoon romp in the Westland Hills Park water park.
... said Chris on Jul 1, 2013 at 12:35 PM | link
Hanging out in the Trader Joe's frozen food aisle. Seriously, I've been going food shopping 3 times a week. I need an AC.
... said Trish on Jul 1, 2013 at 12:36 PM | link
After a trip to your local farmers market (troy's the fav here) Inviting over some good friends, listening to some good tunes , having a few drinks & noshing on the goods of the day. All in the comfort of your own home's deck & pool. :)
... said jackie on Jul 1, 2013 at 12:37 PM | link
Pick up a movie from the library and enjoy your AC.
... said JohnnyC on Jul 1, 2013 at 12:38 PM | link
By peeing your pants! All the cool kids are doin it
... said Mark on Jul 1, 2013 at 12:38 PM | link
Lionheart patio and an IPA!
... said Tone on Jul 1, 2013 at 12:38 PM | link
Cool off in the walk in cooler @ work!
... said Brandy on Jul 1, 2013 at 12:40 PM | link
Victoria pool in Saratoga
... said Sam on Jul 1, 2013 at 12:40 PM | link
What's a local way to keep cool during the summer?
I enjoy the Rensselaerville Waterfall and Myosotis Lake.
... said Caroline on Jul 1, 2013 at 12:41 PM | link
I like hiking at Grafton Lakes State Park, then kicking off my shoes and wading in the water - extra refreshing on a hot day!
... said Heather on Jul 1, 2013 at 12:45 PM | link
Go tubing down the Battenkill in Cambridge, NY!!
... said Jenelle on Jul 1, 2013 at 12:47 PM | link
By having a delicious cold beer at Old English in downtown Albany!
... said Brian on Jul 1, 2013 at 12:49 PM | link
Grafton Lake!
... said paul on Jul 1, 2013 at 12:52 PM | link
Go to the drive-in(s) with a car full of friends, snacks, and booze. Blast AC. Watch latest summer blockbuster.
... said Izzy on Jul 1, 2013 at 12:53 PM | link
Jumping into the Ravena Quarry
... said Jillian on Jul 1, 2013 at 12:53 PM | link
Getting fro yo at TCBY! Yummm
... said Mariya on Jul 1, 2013 at 1:00 PM | link
An afternoon at the Victoria Pool in Saratoga.
... said Cait on Jul 1, 2013 at 1:00 PM | link
Victoria pool in Saratoga Springs !!!
... said Lisamarie on Jul 1, 2013 at 1:02 PM | link
Grafton Lake State Park - awesome beach!
... said Kelly on Jul 1, 2013 at 1:02 PM | link
An afternoon at the Victoria Pool in Saratoga.
... said Cait on Jul 1, 2013 at 1:03 PM | link
Raging River at Great Escape!
... said Sarah on Jul 1, 2013 at 1:10 PM | link
Joining All Over Albany in the Diamond Club air-conditioned suite at the Valley Cats game, which I hope because an annual tradition!!
... said Ron on Jul 1, 2013 at 1:11 PM | link
Head north to the Adirondacks
... said Derek on Jul 1, 2013 at 1:11 PM | link
A dip at the quarry in Ravena. Good people watching too.
... said -S on Jul 1, 2013 at 1:12 PM | link
You can take a tour of the capital or a river boat cruise on the Dutch Apple.
... said Nicholas Forst on Jul 1, 2013 at 1:18 PM | link
Hiding out at the mall, and/or catching a movie in the freezing cold theaters.
... said Chelsea on Jul 1, 2013 at 1:25 PM | link
Swimming at Lake George enjoying some Summer Shandys
... said Jerry Pizzemento on Jul 1, 2013 at 1:26 PM | link
Patio outside at Swifty's in Delmar, with two mug clubs of Summer shandy
... said MD Albany on Jul 1, 2013 at 1:29 PM | link
Having an evening drink on the patio at Oh Bar
... said Allie on Jul 1, 2013 at 1:30 PM | link
The pool at the JCC is a good cool off.
... said Ian on Jul 1, 2013 at 1:30 PM | link
Enjoy a cool evening show at Washington Park's by Park Playhouse!
... said Megan on Jul 1, 2013 at 1:30 PM | link
Walk down the block and hang out by the Normanskill river.
... said Carolyn on Jul 1, 2013 at 1:34 PM | link
Bike ride to city beer hall and drink on the patio while eating all the pizza!
... said Katie on Jul 1, 2013 at 1:36 PM | link
picnic in washington park!
... said susie on Jul 1, 2013 at 1:39 PM | link
Go for a swim in the Hudson, that water always feels cold.
... said Aimee on Jul 1, 2013 at 1:40 PM | link
Ice cream, of course!
... said TK on Jul 1, 2013 at 1:41 PM | link
Christman Sanctuary!
... said dave on Jul 1, 2013 at 1:41 PM | link
Grab an ice cold margarita on the patio of the new Troy Bombers!
... said Jessica m on Jul 1, 2013 at 1:42 PM | link
Trying one of the many local ice cream shops in the area!
... said Mark on Jul 1, 2013 at 1:42 PM | link
A hike up Kaaterskill falls then jumping into one of the pools. A refreshing dip that takes your breath away.
... said Kate on Jul 1, 2013 at 1:43 PM | link
Sipping Bellini's on the patio at Laine's.
... said Lindsay on Jul 1, 2013 at 1:47 PM | link
Running through the sprinkler with my dogs! Because, well, who wants to act like a grown up all the time?
... said Becky on Jul 1, 2013 at 1:55 PM | link
Taking a dip at the bear slides in Luzerne.
... said Chris on Jul 1, 2013 at 1:59 PM | link
I'll preface that this is a little gross. Empire State Plaza sprinklers and if the sprinklers aren't going run through the fountains a bit ( I would recommend wearing shoes). I only did it once or twice on some really hot nights the first summer I lived up here. It was a great time with some friends that I will never forget and it cooled us down. We also took showers soon after.
... said Lauren on Jul 1, 2013 at 2:00 PM | link
Get a motorcycle and mess with the squares.
... said CC on Jul 1, 2013 at 2:00 PM | link
A day at any one of our amazing local swimming holes, either public or off the beaten path, followed by ice cold drinks and snacks on a patio......I'm thinking a rosie margarita and tacos at Bombers.
We love Cold War Kids and already have the next day off from work....just sayin ;).
... said Kizzi on Jul 1, 2013 at 2:00 PM | link
Head to the local YMCA - there are a few & they all have air conditioning & a pool & killer workouts!
... said Jennifer Merritt on Jul 1, 2013 at 2:04 PM | link
Hike to the Canajoharie Falls for a beautiful view! Enjoy the swimming holes along the way!
... said Cindy on Jul 1, 2013 at 2:05 PM | link
I love to sip a cool cocktail at the Albany Riverfront Barge on the Hudson River, take a dip in the Victoria Pool at Saratoga State Park, or eat some ice cream at a local Stewarts Shop! :)
... said Cecilia on Jul 1, 2013 at 2:06 PM | link
In summer i enjoy to nice cold heineken floating down the battenkill river with my friends!
... said elise sieber on Jul 1, 2013 at 2:10 PM | link
Tubing on the Sacandaga river is pretty fun. Bonus: It can be a drinking activity as well. ☺
... said Jade on Jul 1, 2013 at 2:11 PM | link
Load up the (air-conditioned) car and head to the Ice Cream Man for a sweet treat!
... said Paula on Jul 1, 2013 at 2:20 PM | link
Become nocturnal.
... said TedC on Jul 1, 2013 at 2:25 PM | link
You can never go wrong with an icecream outing! Or bar hopping...
... said Olivia Fuller on Jul 1, 2013 at 2:30 PM | link
Kayaking anywhere there's water!
... said Megan on Jul 1, 2013 at 2:37 PM | link
Gelato from Crisan!
... said DEN on Jul 1, 2013 at 2:42 PM | link
I personally love to go caving! Its always a refreshing break from the summer heat.
... said Michael on Jul 1, 2013 at 2:42 PM | link
Eating any flavor of ice cream from Stewarts
... said KatherineSass on Jul 1, 2013 at 2:45 PM | link
Head up north for a hike up Buttermilk Falls in the morning and then float lazily down the Hudson all afternoon... perfect :)
... said Kristina on Jul 1, 2013 at 2:54 PM | link
My favorite way to keep cool over the summer is to head up to the Victoria Pool in Saratoga.
... said B on Jul 1, 2013 at 3:05 PM | link
A shade tree and a cold drink.
... said greg slocum on Jul 1, 2013 at 3:09 PM | link
By taking a dip in Victoria Pool.
... said Cori on Jul 1, 2013 at 3:12 PM | link
Stay in the woods during a hike. It always feels cooler under a canopy of trees.
... said Jeff M on Jul 1, 2013 at 3:17 PM | link
Take a swim in the Great Sacandaga Lake, then head to the Henry Street Taproom in downtown Saratoga for a refreshing craft beer!!
... said Shane on Jul 1, 2013 at 3:18 PM | link
A nice dip in the local lake.
... said g on Jul 1, 2013 at 3:18 PM | link
A good way to stay cool is to go tubing on the Hudson River. Lake Luzerne has an establishment called tubby tubes and they bring you by bus to a spot and you float down the river then they pick you up when you're done. Pretty fun!
... said Lisa O on Jul 1, 2013 at 3:22 PM | link
Ice cream at Jumpin' Jacks in Scotia!! They have so many new flavors this year, too... mmm!!!!
... said Nikki on Jul 1, 2013 at 3:42 PM | link
Howe Cavern = coolness year round. And be sure to pick up some cave-aged cheese :)
... said innae on Jul 1, 2013 at 3:46 PM | link
drink tap water
... said filixny on Jul 1, 2013 at 3:58 PM | link
Boating and relaxing in Sandy Bay- Saratoga Lake
... said Mandi on Jul 1, 2013 at 4:02 PM | link
Lounging in lincoln park fountain.
... said Kevin on Jul 1, 2013 at 4:12 PM | link
Sundaes at Kurver!
... said Lauren on Jul 1, 2013 at 4:25 PM | link
Spray pad at rosemont park
... said dan on Jul 1, 2013 at 4:32 PM | link
Ice cream from the ice cream man in Greenwich!!
... said Tory on Jul 1, 2013 at 4:38 PM | link
pool with an ice cold beer!
... said Meghan on Jul 1, 2013 at 4:51 PM | link
Grafton State Park- canoes and swimming, then stopping by Calhouns for some fresh produce on the way home
... said Alicia on Jul 1, 2013 at 5:01 PM | link
A cold beer on the patio outside at druthers!
... said TW on Jul 1, 2013 at 5:03 PM | link
A movie or show at Proctors in Schenectady. Right now they're still screening movies from the FILM 100 series!
... said Alexandra on Jul 1, 2013 at 5:06 PM | link
Nothing better than tubing down the battenkill!
... said Cate on Jul 1, 2013 at 5:39 PM | link
A way too large twist with rainbow sprinkles from any of the area's "summer-only" joints.
... said Christine on Jul 1, 2013 at 5:51 PM | link
Have a delicious picnic in Washington Park with goodies from the new Honest Weight Food Co-op. After dinner, go to the drive-in with some homemade dessert-to-go. Watch the stars from the roof of my apartment on lark to end the night.
P.S. Huge CWK fan! I seriously had a mini-meltdown when I saw this was an invite-only show.
... said Megan on Jul 1, 2013 at 5:53 PM | link
Hanging with friends around my backyard bar and pool, or one of the many outdoor patios in the capital region.
... said Chris Parmelee on Jul 1, 2013 at 6:05 PM | link
checking out new music at your favorite albany music venues!
... said Ryan on Jul 1, 2013 at 6:06 PM | link
either hiking the plotter kill preserve or indian ladder trail at thatcher park then hanging out at one of the waterfalls...
... said felice on Jul 1, 2013 at 6:08 PM | link
Dump cold water over your head
... said Dan on Jul 1, 2013 at 6:08 PM | link
Driving around town after dusk with the windows down and the A/C on, blasting CWK's from the stereo
... said KBOX on Jul 1, 2013 at 6:19 PM | link
Ice cream!
... said Cindy McRae on Jul 1, 2013 at 6:25 PM | link
A cold beer... or soft serve ice cream!
... said Colleen on Jul 1, 2013 at 6:35 PM | link
A dip in a lake! I won't reveal my secret swim spots, but adventurous driving with a map will help you reveal your own.
Also- near constant rainstorms?
... said Jenna on Jul 1, 2013 at 6:45 PM | link
Sitting in a shady spot @ Washington Park.
... said Chasethedogs on Jul 1, 2013 at 7:02 PM | link
Either Sacandaga (my allegiance) or Lake George
... said Mike on Jul 1, 2013 at 7:08 PM | link
Spending the afternoon tubing with friends down the Battenkill followed by some ice cream at The Ice Cream Man in Greenwich. Perfection!
... said Kaycie on Jul 1, 2013 at 7:17 PM | link
When it is over 90 and unbearable to be outside, go to a movie at the Spectrum! Nice and cool in there and you can eat cake too!
... said Lauren Howland on Jul 1, 2013 at 7:22 PM | link
Take a ride on a CDTA bus to somewhere. They're always freezing cold.
... said Matt on Jul 1, 2013 at 7:36 PM | link
Cold beer and live music of course!
... said Kelly on Jul 1, 2013 at 7:42 PM | link
Crack open a cool beverage and enjoy on the porch!
... said Kelly on Jul 1, 2013 at 7:45 PM | link
Take a paddle boat out in Central Park in Schenectady... Go under the fountain.
... said Nate on Jul 1, 2013 at 7:45 PM | link
Ice cream at country drive in!
... said Tatiana on Jul 1, 2013 at 7:59 PM | link
Grab a delicious variety of summer beers from Olivers and drink 'em cold on the porch!
... said Melissa on Jul 1, 2013 at 8:22 PM | link
Lincoln Park pool :D
... said Anthony on Jul 1, 2013 at 8:39 PM | link
By following my dog's lead and lying on the kitchen floor.
... said Jason on Jul 1, 2013 at 8:57 PM | link
Keep your cold toes on the cold floor.
... said Keith Hollis on Jul 1, 2013 at 9:33 PM | link
Tastee Freeze!
... said scott on Jul 1, 2013 at 9:34 PM | link
Escape to the Adirondacks!
... said Karin on Jul 1, 2013 at 9:34 PM | link
Swimming in Lake George!
... said Heather on Jul 1, 2013 at 9:35 PM | link
ICE CREAM MAN!!!
... said Tom Owens on Jul 1, 2013 at 9:43 PM | link
Fountains @ Riverfront Park/ Monument Sq in Troy
... said Erin on Jul 1, 2013 at 9:45 PM | link
A passion cooler smoothie from Emack & Bolio's on Delaware Ave.
... said LukeHZ on Jul 1, 2013 at 10:04 PM | link
Grab some mountain brew beer ice from stewarts, pour it in a burger king cup and go for a bike ride to lansingburgh.
... said Gage on Jul 1, 2013 at 11:20 PM | link
This summer? Just take one step out of your front door and be careless in your summer clothes, splashing around in the muck and the mire! ;)
... said Leah on Jul 1, 2013 at 11:29 PM | link
Cold beer, Slip-n-Slide, and Snowman icecream..
... said m on Jul 1, 2013 at 11:30 PM | link
open top jeep ride to our favorite ice cream spot, the Ice Cream Man in Greenwich :)
... said julie on Jul 2, 2013 at 6:55 AM | link
Grab a jimbo and one of the tables by the window upstairs at bombers and watch all the action on lark street
... said Matt on Jul 2, 2013 at 8:33 AM | link
Two words: Kurver Kreme
... said Ashley on Jul 2, 2013 at 9:03 AM | link
Enjoy a flavor of the day ice cream (especially pistashio!) at Jumpin Jacks, enjoy live music at Freedom Park, the waterski show, and Collins Park!
... said Melissa on Jul 2, 2013 at 9:20 AM | link
Bring a group of friends and a few coolers to Grafton State Park. Rent some Kayaks or go swimming and BBQ!
... said Brendon on Jul 2, 2013 at 9:23 AM | link
Hanging out in the shade & the pools along the Plotterkill gorge...
... said Greg on Jul 2, 2013 at 9:30 AM | link
The North Greenbush Town Beach!!!
... said Megan Simon on Jul 2, 2013 at 9:52 AM | link
Kayak rentals at Thompson's Lake State Park. Bring a car load of friends and picnic baskets, but don't forget the SPF. The lake could bake you if you're not careful.
... said rob on Jul 2, 2013 at 10:08 AM | link
Hang out at Andy's Sports Bar! It's freezing all the time.
... said Justin on Jul 2, 2013 at 10:09 AM | link
The Victoria Pool in Saratoga of course!
... said Kimberly Scannevin on Jul 2, 2013 at 10:42 AM | link
Toasted coconut ice cream at the Coney Express at Guptill's.
... said Danielle on Jul 2, 2013 at 10:44 AM | link
Lazy River Tubing
... said Anne Bailey on Jul 2, 2013 at 10:46 AM | link
Well ...I personally love the concerts at the Plaza...and I know it wasn't the right thing to do but I was at a concert before down there and we jumped in the fountain to cool off!!! Ha ha!!!
Cold beers were of course involved!!!
... said Megan Kelsey on Jul 2, 2013 at 11:30 AM | link
BLIZZARD OF THE MONTH CLUB AT DIARY QUEEN IN GHENT!!!
... said Brian on Jul 2, 2013 at 11:35 AM | link
WEQX ON RADIO + FLOAT+ POOL = FANTASTIC COOL SUMMER!!
... said Bryan on Jul 2, 2013 at 11:40 AM | link
Cohoes falls new overlook......nice spray from the river.
... said Paul on Jul 2, 2013 at 11:40 AM | link
Best way to cool off is by sipping several ice cold adult beverages while lounging on a float in my pool!
... said Vicki Ippolito on Jul 2, 2013 at 11:43 AM | link
sitting at beach at raquette lake
... said kim on Jul 2, 2013 at 11:59 AM | link
Victoria pool!
... said Mjd on Jul 2, 2013 at 11:59 AM | link
sitting on beach of raquette lake!!
... said kim on Jul 2, 2013 at 12:01 PM | link
Best way to cool off is at a pool party with the friends!
... said Jeff Ippolito on Jul 2, 2013 at 12:06 PM | link