Drawing: Wine & Dine for the Arts gala tickets
Drawing's closed! Winner's been emailed!
The annual Wine & Dine for the Arts food and wine festival in downtown Albany starts January 15 (next week). The multi-day event includes tastings, chefs and restaurants, seminars, and competitions for sliders, baristas, and bartenders.
We have a pair of tickets to the grand gala reception and dinner on Saturday, January 17 and we're giving them away. To enter the drawing, please answer this question in the comments:
What is your 2015 resolution for the Capital Region?
It could be big, it could be small. It could be for yourself, it could be the area generally. We'll pick one person at random.
The gala starts Saturday, January 17 at 6 pm with a reception, dinner at 7 pm. Gala tickets are $125 each. Tickets for other events at the festival are currently on sale, though some events are already sold out and others have just a few remaining.
Important: All comments must be submitted by 10 am on Saturday, January 9 10, 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 10 am on Monday and must respond by noon on Tuesday, January 13.
AOA is a media sponsor of Wine & Dine for the Arts.
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My resolution for 2015 is to get out there and do more in the capital region. Visit more parks. Go to more events. Try new restaurants.
... said Tara on Jan 8, 2015 at 12:32 PM | link
See more area landmarks historical and otherwise!
... said BenK. on Jan 8, 2015 at 12:38 PM | link
To uncover all the hidden nooks and crannies and interesting places I am able.
... said Holly on Jan 8, 2015 at 12:39 PM | link
to bike to or through as many communities and events as possible, sampling food, drink and sights along the way.
... said Ed on Jan 8, 2015 at 12:44 PM | link
My resolution would be to visit more restaurants in Troy and Ballston Spa.
... said Josie on Jan 8, 2015 at 12:47 PM | link
To not complain about the weather.....year-round
... said mo on Jan 8, 2015 at 12:59 PM | link
I want to have a year of doing fun things, including getting more physically active!
... said Gabby on Jan 8, 2015 at 1:06 PM | link
My 2015 resolution for the Capital Region is for more success for All Over Albany!!!!
... said Ron on Jan 8, 2015 at 1:09 PM | link
More adventures. There are so many restaurants I haven't tried, museums I haven't visited in years, and arts to check out.
... said Katie on Jan 8, 2015 at 1:10 PM | link
My 2015 resolution for the Capital Region would be for everyone to make an effort to meet their neighbors.
... said AF on Jan 8, 2015 at 1:13 PM | link
My 2015 resolution for the Capital Region would be for us to get a good ramen spot!
... said Jack C on Jan 8, 2015 at 1:18 PM | link
Since it's traditional to break new year resolutions, I think I'll try for fat and lazy and see what happens.
... said Andrew on Jan 8, 2015 at 1:20 PM | link
My resolution for the Capital Region is to open up more restaurants, local shops, museums, any indoor activity really. The capital region is large but when the cold hits it seems to me we are limited with our options on what we can do. The cold weather will never change but that doesn't mean we have to stay locked up inside for 8-9 months.
... said Amy on Jan 8, 2015 at 1:21 PM | link
My Capital Region resolution is to get out there and try lots of local places that I haven't yet been to -- be it parks, restaurants, shops, or farmers' markets!
... said N on Jan 8, 2015 at 1:22 PM | link
To thoroughly scandalize the Wine and Dine for the Arts Gala. Possibly through the use of partial/full male nudity.
... said mr. dave on Jan 8, 2015 at 1:25 PM | link
My resolution for the Capital Region would be to keep up the amazing progress in breathing new life into our great area, with new bars, restaurants, and fun festivals for 2015!
... said Alicia on Jan 8, 2015 at 1:25 PM | link
My resolution is to look for new places in the region to visit that I haven't been to, whether it be a restaurant, park or an entire town.
... said Kristin on Jan 8, 2015 at 1:25 PM | link
My resolution for the capital region is to try and support all the local business more. There are soo many great places out there.
... said Becky on Jan 8, 2015 at 1:25 PM | link
For everyone to be kinder, friendlier and patient.
... said colleen on Jan 8, 2015 at 1:28 PM | link
With a bittersweet move from Albany planned in 2015 my resolution is to appreciate my hometown city and the people in it by trying to enjoy and take in as much as I can over the next few months. Le sigh....
... said cms on Jan 8, 2015 at 1:29 PM | link
I'm going to vote every chance I get: schools, libraries, fire districts, primaries, and of course the November election - 2015 is a big year for local politics.
... said Mary on Jan 8, 2015 at 1:30 PM | link
To make everyone i meet a little happier .
... said mg on Jan 8, 2015 at 1:31 PM | link
My resolution for 2015 is to be more intentional with my shopping habits, as in purchasing from local businesses as much as possible. This and reading more books!
... said Michelle Kittel on Jan 8, 2015 at 1:39 PM | link
The Capital Region resolves to rid itself of city vs. city verbal bashing. No more use of the words Troylet or Smallbany!
... said Jessica R on Jan 8, 2015 at 1:40 PM | link
My resolution is to be the person my dog thinks I am.
... said C. on Jan 8, 2015 at 1:45 PM | link
My resolution is for the city of Albany to make even more efforts to develop on Broadway. I'm excited to see what happens there.
... said Jordan on Jan 8, 2015 at 1:49 PM | link
2015 New Year's Resolution: eat more good food at Capital District restaurants.
... said Jian on Jan 8, 2015 at 1:52 PM | link
My 2015 resolution is to find and foster a new creative outlet, and try to stick with it even when I feel like I suck.
... said mt on Jan 8, 2015 at 1:59 PM | link
I resolve to organize local Etsy sellers for various types of live events across the region.
... said LorreS on Jan 8, 2015 at 2:09 PM | link
Practicing Compassion
... said AKM on Jan 8, 2015 at 2:19 PM | link
For the region to stop complaining about how we "don't" have certain things and start focusing on how beautiful and unique this area actually is...and to stop using the phrase "Smalbany."
... said RR on Jan 8, 2015 at 2:24 PM | link
Do my part to make the neighborhood a little bit nicer: paint the porch, landscape our front little plot of grass.
... said NLS on Jan 8, 2015 at 2:30 PM | link
Preserve a healthy childhood for children. Too much active and passive abuse everywhere.
... said ace on Jan 8, 2015 at 2:39 PM | link
My 2015 resolution for the Capital Region is for the area to focus on and appreciate more of what we have. Stay positive!
... said Shawn on Jan 8, 2015 at 2:40 PM | link
More attention to the waterfront paths and parks!
We have this amazing river. Big, historic and lovely.
Pictures denoting "Albany NY" so seldom include the Hudson River.
... said Tess Lecuyer on Jan 8, 2015 at 2:47 PM | link
My Capital Region resolution is to explore more! Restaurants, parks, bars, theaters - you name it, I want to see it!
... said Jenn on Jan 8, 2015 at 3:00 PM | link
My 2015 Capital Region resolution is to find some new favorites. I tend to fall back on tried and true places instead of visiting new ones. It's time to give the old standbys a rest and find some new Capital Region gems to add to the collection.
... said Cait on Jan 8, 2015 at 3:07 PM | link
To open doors for people. Literally and figuratively.
... said Joyce on Jan 8, 2015 at 3:52 PM | link
My resolution is to go out and see more local live music in the Capital Region
... said Jbird on Jan 8, 2015 at 3:54 PM | link
My resolution is to become an upstate winter devotee.
... said An on Jan 8, 2015 at 4:09 PM | link
Do not consider anything for granted. I AM TALKING ABOUT CRISAN HERE.
... said -S on Jan 8, 2015 at 4:17 PM | link
To visit more local bars and restaurants. There are so many I haven't had the chance to try yet. I will start tomorrow with the Gastropub!
... said Evan on Jan 8, 2015 at 4:46 PM | link
My 2015 resolution is to: Do less laundry and wear more deodorant.
... said B.A.M. on Jan 8, 2015 at 4:54 PM | link
Ski local!!!!
... said V. on Jan 8, 2015 at 5:31 PM | link
To be open to having more ethnic and cultural eateries in the CapReg!
... said Vicky on Jan 8, 2015 at 6:30 PM | link
Exploring and discovering the nature and trails in the area when it gets a little warmer
... said Stella on Jan 8, 2015 at 6:31 PM | link
To take advantage of the great things we have and share that knowledge with others. For ex. Troy farmers market, Tech valley COG, great parks and waterways.
... said Megan m on Jan 8, 2015 at 6:39 PM | link
To help with having another awesome Grown Up Egg Hunt.
... said Danielle Sanzone on Jan 8, 2015 at 7:45 PM | link
Buy more real estate (multi-family rental properties)
... said Nina Lee on Jan 8, 2015 at 7:47 PM | link
To find a dayshift engineering job and do the 7-minute workout daily
... said AH on Jan 8, 2015 at 7:54 PM | link
Make Lark St more interesting and funky again!
... said Theresa on Jan 8, 2015 at 9:06 PM | link
My resolution is to make one peice of art a day and share it with Albany.
... said Patrick on Jan 8, 2015 at 9:12 PM | link
My resolution is to actually try and get involved in the local scenes
... said Jh on Jan 8, 2015 at 10:18 PM | link
my resolution is to be more active!
... said maggie on Jan 8, 2015 at 11:15 PM | link
More sunny days and warmer weather in general.
... said Ben on Jan 8, 2015 at 11:37 PM | link
Tell a funny joke a day.
... said Dave on Jan 9, 2015 at 5:09 AM | link
My husband I have a resolution to do something different, out of our comfort zone, each month. Maybe try a new restaurant, find an new activity, visit Capital Rep or Proctors, etc.
... said Sue on Jan 9, 2015 at 6:04 AM | link
Get my kids more active in neighborhood cleanups and other volunteer activities.
... said K on Jan 9, 2015 at 7:35 AM | link
My resolution is to greet everyone I pass with a smile and a hello.
... said Silvia Meder Lilly on Jan 9, 2015 at 8:12 AM | link
hiking all over the area
... said Vanessa on Jan 9, 2015 at 8:33 AM | link
My Capital Region resolution is to shop and dine more at the independently owned / non chain or franchised establishments in the area...especially in Troy!
... said llcwine on Jan 9, 2015 at 8:36 AM | link
spend more time this year exploring the beauty of our local nature and trails. cant wait to see the thatcher park improvements also!
... said mark on Jan 9, 2015 at 8:42 AM | link
My 2015 resolution is to get hired in the Capital Region!!
... said Lexi on Jan 9, 2015 at 9:39 AM | link
I resolve to make a tour de capital of some of our fast-fading local classic restaurants before they've left us, and to make a strong showing in the Mohawk Hudson Marathon!
... said GP on Jan 9, 2015 at 9:51 AM | link
My 2015 resolution for the Captial Region is to support local business more.
... said Kimberly on Jan 9, 2015 at 9:54 AM | link
My resolution this year is to take the GRE exam (scheduled for Valentine's Day) and apply for grad school finally. I've been holding myself back for too long!
... said Elyssa on Jan 9, 2015 at 9:57 AM | link
My New Years Resolution is to be less afraid to fail, and to take the risks which may result in such failure, because who knows what it may bring!
... said Alicia on Jan 9, 2015 at 10:25 AM | link
To enjoy what's good out there.
... said Jerry on Jan 9, 2015 at 10:40 AM | link
For cars in the capital region to be more mindful of pedestrians. Especially runners!
... said RC on Jan 9, 2015 at 10:51 AM | link
My resolution is to appreciate my life without a gall bladder!!!
... said Gina on Jan 9, 2015 at 11:24 AM | link
My 2015 resolution for the capital region would be for downtown Albany to get at least one new retail store. As an amendment, another part of that would be for me to consistently walk to and shop there!
... said Matt on Jan 9, 2015 at 11:27 AM | link
My resolution is to spend more time actually enjoying Albany instead of just working there :)
... said Faith on Jan 9, 2015 at 11:34 AM | link
To get more exercise, and to bike at work at least once in the coming year.
... said Ellen on Jan 9, 2015 at 11:51 AM | link
I look forward to meeting new people after moving here recently
... said Aaron H on Jan 9, 2015 at 12:55 PM | link
date typo in last paragraph! 9th is a friday today! re deadline...when is it!?
can i still enter!!?
Editors: Thanks for catching that. Fixed. The deadline in Saturday, January 10.
... said albert gnidica on Jan 9, 2015 at 1:07 PM | link
stay home and clean more
... said Albert gnidica on Jan 9, 2015 at 1:15 PM | link
To get stronger by walking and biking and snowshoeing the great trails in the region.
... said Jo on Jan 9, 2015 at 1:20 PM | link
My resolution for 2015 is to visit at least six of the places that have been on my "to do/try" list for too many years.
... said Liz on Jan 9, 2015 at 1:31 PM | link
Start the Adirondack 46 high peak hikes!
... said Glenna on Jan 9, 2015 at 2:18 PM | link
To explore the museums in the region
... said Anne on Jan 9, 2015 at 2:28 PM | link
My new years resolution is to be more understanding of people and what they go through in their lives!
... said Olivia Patton-Daniels on Jan 9, 2015 at 3:33 PM | link
My resolution is to use humor to make people in the Capital Region a little bit happier.
... said Tim on Jan 9, 2015 at 6:39 PM | link
My resolution is to avoid negativity and seek out more of the positives.
... said Patrick on Jan 9, 2015 at 9:06 PM | link
support local business as much as possible.
make tangible steps towards personal long term goals.
eat breakfast.
... said brit on Jan 10, 2015 at 12:42 AM | link
That the City of Albany or even PAL will offer pony rides for toddlers on the weekends, at one of their parks. (One of my fondest childhood memories when I was a child living in Yonkers.)
... said JJ on Jan 10, 2015 at 8:54 AM | link