Drawing: Sparks and Spirits at miSci

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Drawing's closed!

MiSci is hosting a "Sparks and Spirits" night at the museum January 15. Event blurbage: "Enjoy signature drinks and eats with a 1920s vibe: running model trains, music, planetarium shows & more. 1920s attire optional."

And we have a pair of tickets to give away -- maybe to you. To enter the drawing, please answer this question in the comments:

What's something local to which you're looking forward this year?

Could be anything. We'll draw one winner at random.

Sparks and Spirits is from 6-8 pm on Thursday, January 15 at miSci. Tickets are $35 ahead / $40 at the door. They include admission, food, and one free drink. The event is 21 and over.

Important: All comments must be submitted by 5 pm on Tuesday, January 6, 2015 to be entered in the drawing. 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 noon on Wednesday, January 7 and must respond by noon on January 8.

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Comments

The opening of Druther's in Albany!

I'm looking forward to finding a new local gem (restaurant, park, etc). There are many nooks and crannies I haven't yet explored.

Skating at the ESP (didn't get to it in 2014)

Summer season with my CSA farm share at Roxbury Farm!

Finding new local spots to Cross-Country ski.

More kayaking adventures! We purchased kayaks toward the end of the summer and only got a chance to explore a few different places before the weather got too cold. I'm looking forward to discovering more paddling routes!

Using our new Empire Passport! That we got for Freeeee! Thanks AOA!

After work hikes at Plotterkill!

The Tugboat Roundup! Friendliest festival every year.

Way too many things to mention, but at the top of the short-list is visiting Wolf Hollow Brewing in Glenville. So many great breweries in the area to revisit as well

The next time I have an interesting conversation with someone new.

Solid Sound Festival!

Fresh maple syrup!

The Fleshtones show on Feb 8!

Bubble tea at Taiwan Noodle. And their soups. Soups and tea, please.

Whisky cocktails from Speakeasy 518.

Tulip Fest! It's signifies summer is coming and brings locals and tourists together for a beautiful event!

New music from Hard Soul!

The Avett Bros at Ommegang!

Concerts at the Egg!

The Governor's Bonspiel at the Albany Curling Club.

Exploring Albany Rural Cemetery now that I've got the new TU book all about it.

Taking my son to see the 3 stooges film festival at the palace in February & pass on the tradition...wise guy eh, knuck knuck knuck!!

Eating a meal at Vans with friends and family.

The cheese tour. Always the cheese tour.

1st Friday in Albany or Larkfest.
having been here for nearly 7 years, I have yet to go.

Freihofers Run! It's become such a tradition over the years.

The semi-annual big phonebook bonfire my neighbors put on when they are out of prison here on 10th street.

Sit outdoors with a glass of IPA brewed locally.

Kayaking and zip lining in the local area in warmer weather! =)

Exploring more forgotten and abandoned cemeteries.

Brian Regan at the Palace Theatre in May

I truly enjoy the Chalk Drawing competition at the Troy Riverfront Arts Festival in June.

A picnic in Thacher Park and events at MiSci

Mountain Jam. The Black Keys will be there this year!

The first saturday that the Troy Farmer's Market moves outside. Can't wait to see all of the families, pooches, and out-of-towners shop and explore my neighborhood.

St. Vincent at Upstate Concert Hall!

I'm looking forward to more Cider from Nine Pin!

Seconding @JR - can't wait for the return of Wilco's Solid Sound festival at Mass MoCA!

Ice Climbing and Snow Shoeing at Plotter Kill Preserve!

The Albany food and wine festival at the Hilton the night after the Sparks and Spirits event

Albany riverfront jazz festival, I LOVE JAZZ!

Local - Mac and Cheese Bowl

Not as local -

Franklin County Cider Days

I would be the worst bride ever if I didn't say my upcoming Capital District wedding! Can't wait to get my out of town relatives addicted to cider donuts and 9 Pin!

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