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Stuff to do

+Harmony House Tours, presenting the Original Albany Ghost Tour, through October 30.

+ The Spectrum 8 Theaters, showing Escape from Tomorrow on Halloween night at 7pm. They'll be giving away movie posters, a few Spectrum passes, and some coupons for free popcorn and soda at the screening.

+ The Museum of Science and Innovation -- miSci -- in Schenectady, presenting Super Science Weekend, November 9 - 11.

+ The Arts Center of the Capital Region offers a wide range of classes, from dance to wood working to digital illustration.

+The Mop & Bucket Company -- offering a full slate of classes throughout the year. Not a performer? Improv can help increase your creativity and openness in the workplace too. You can catch MopCo performances every Friday night at 8 pm at Proctors.

Food and Drink

+ Mingle on Delaware Ave in Albany. Be on the lookout for Fin the Fishmonger's "Fin"-tastic specials, including fresh haddock fish tacos & pan-seared whole trout. Their chef will be using local products to create new specials daily to keep the menu fresh.

+What's spooky, cooky, bubbly, gooey and gets pretty bumpin' at night? New World Bistro Baron Halloween! Come in costume or come as you are. Each year NWBB tricks-and-treats on an awesome special menu themed for the occasion. Keep an eye on their Facebook page and website for menu leaks early in the week. Reservations are always suggested and can be made by calling 518-694-0520.

+Lucas Confectionery -- with a gorgeous patio where you can enjoy wine, fresh oysters on Troyster Tuesdays and Yappy Hour with your four legged friends every Sunday. The Grocery is opening for a preview at Friday's Troy Night Out.

+Smith's Restaurant has great food in an historic building. You'll want to check out the bar--it's from Tammany Hall.

+Brown's Brewing-- a sponsor of the AOA BAd Boys, Broads and Bootleggers tour. Relax with a cask beer at the new Malt Room.

+ The Cheese Traveler

+ Honest Weight Food Coop's new location is now open

+ The City Beer Hall, serving brunch starting at at 11 am on Saturday and Sunday.

Stuff to learn

+The College of Saint Rose, proud sponsor of the All Over Albany Tournament of Pizza. Offering 52 Graduate Programs with a purpose. Programs include: MFA in Creative writing, MBA, Computer Information Systems and more.

+ The Weekend MBA program at UAlbany. Get your MBA in 22 months, while you work.

Stuff to Try

+The Lofts at Harmony Mills, Manhattan style loft living in the Capital Region.

+Choose Cohoes -- Tourism, dining, entertainment and shopping in the Spindle City.

+ Albany Public Library's mobile app -- find locations and hours, check your library card account, learn about upcoming events, download eBooks, audiobooks, music and more. Check ISBN bar codes on books, DVDs and CDs to see if the library owns what you're looking for. Presenting the Silent Film Spectacular series with accompaniment by local bands.

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