Drawing: Neil deGrasse Tyson at Proctors
Drawing's closed! Winner's been emailed!
Astrophysicist/science communicator/pop culture figure Neil deGrasse Tyson will be at Proctors next Monday for a show. We have a pair of front-row tickets and we're givin them away. Maybe to you.
To enter the drawing, please answer this question in the comments:
What's your favorite Capital Region star?
Of course, we're referring to things earthly rather than celestial. It could be a person, place, thing, program, idea, whatever. We'll draw one winner at random and that person gets the pair of tickets, along with a signed poster.
The Neil deGrasse Tyson event at Proctors is a new show titled "The Cosmic Perspective." Blurbage: "There is no view of the world as emotionally potent as the one granted by a cosmic perspective. It's one that sees Earth as a planet in a vast empty universe. It profoundly influences what we think and feel about science, culture, politics, and life itself."
The show starts Monday, April 24 at 7:30 pm. Tickets are $20 and up.
Important: All comments must be submitted by 11:59 pm on Tuesday, April 18, 2017 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 9 am on Wednesday and must respond by 9 am Thursday.
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My favorite capital region star is Nipper of course! Loved him since I was a kid!
... said Jen on Apr 17, 2017 at 11:37 AM | link
WEQX and all that they do. So evident when I drive outside of their broadcast area.
... said KM on Apr 17, 2017 at 11:41 AM | link
A small Jumpin Jack's ice cream cone (chocolate with chocolate sprinkles) on a warm summer night!
... said Laura on Apr 17, 2017 at 11:51 AM | link
The awesome Proctors theater.
... said Don on Apr 17, 2017 at 11:58 AM | link
Megyn Kelly!!!!
... said Ron on Apr 17, 2017 at 12:00 PM | link
Stewarts. There everywhere, with whatever you need.
... said James on Apr 17, 2017 at 12:00 PM | link
The Park Playhouse. They do an amazing job of bringing high-quality, free theater to the community. I look forward to their productions every year.
... said Jim on Apr 17, 2017 at 12:08 PM | link
Chris Churchill- I respect how he does not hold punches in his articles.
... said Jordan on Apr 17, 2017 at 12:12 PM | link
The Hudson River!
... said Cihan on Apr 17, 2017 at 12:14 PM | link
The Parkwood Street chicken.
... said Bacon is my Master on Apr 17, 2017 at 12:37 PM | link
The Speakeasy!!!
... said Bryan on Apr 17, 2017 at 12:38 PM | link
Proctors Theater!
... said Stephanie on Apr 17, 2017 at 12:44 PM | link
Huck Finn's Playland - can't find a park like this anywhere else, we are so lucky to have it!
... said Jenn on Apr 17, 2017 at 12:51 PM | link
Proctors Theater
... said Liz on Apr 17, 2017 at 12:51 PM | link
My favorite Capital Region star is my wife. Corny BUT! -- but I wouldn't be here if it weren't for her. I moved to the area knowing no one, and met her. We fell in love instantly and one amazing elopement to Maine and a new house together later, I've made Albany my forever home.
... said Will Kahn on Apr 17, 2017 at 12:53 PM | link
The star of the Capital Region is definitely its architecture! You can take a stroll through history just by going up Western, Washington, or Madison and see the transition from the tight urban row houses along the park and then go to the close, but not touching, detached homes that came after 1900. The history abounds!
... said Dan J on Apr 17, 2017 at 1:12 PM | link
Seth Wheeler - for the patent that puts to rest any dispute of how to properly load a roll of toilet paper
... said Jeff D on Apr 17, 2017 at 1:12 PM | link
Phantogram! Incredible music coming from just up the road in Greenwich.
... said Lisa on Apr 17, 2017 at 1:21 PM | link
Jerry Jennings, obvi.
... said c j on Apr 17, 2017 at 1:39 PM | link
The amazing Joe Donahue of WAMC. The man is a treasure!
... said Tess on Apr 17, 2017 at 1:52 PM | link
Mary Darcy and Greg Dahlmann of course!
... said Jackers on Apr 17, 2017 at 1:57 PM | link
SUNY Albany! A "stellar" university in our own backyard (also the place I learned about astronomy and became Neil deGrasse Tyson's biggest fan...cough, cough)
... said Lauren on Apr 17, 2017 at 1:57 PM | link
Our ADK!
... said Chris r. on Apr 17, 2017 at 1:59 PM | link
Eggy of Eggy's Place. The only location for a good hot ready-made egg sandwich for breakfast.
... said Chuck Miller on Apr 17, 2017 at 2:03 PM | link
My daughter. She's reaching for the stars and despite some setbacks has not given up.
... said redtailhawk on Apr 17, 2017 at 2:06 PM | link
Washington Park!
... said Liza on Apr 17, 2017 at 2:11 PM | link
Proctors!
... said Johanna on Apr 17, 2017 at 2:24 PM | link
The tulips in Washington Park!
... said C on Apr 17, 2017 at 2:30 PM | link
Bill Kennedy, his stories, his imagination and the wonderful NYSWI!
... said Laura on Apr 17, 2017 at 2:32 PM | link
The Egg. A unique icon of the Albany area.
... said Paul D on Apr 17, 2017 at 3:07 PM | link
the organization - Capital Roots
... said JES on Apr 17, 2017 at 3:23 PM | link
Phantogram, yes, definitely.
... said -S on Apr 17, 2017 at 3:44 PM | link
The one and only Tess!
... said EMB on Apr 17, 2017 at 3:54 PM | link
Steve Caporizzo - because he tells us the weather AND helps find good homes for abandoned dogs and cats!
... said Gillian on Apr 17, 2017 at 4:32 PM | link
Nipper.
... said Rob on Apr 17, 2017 at 4:41 PM | link
I second the Parkwood Street chicken! ;-)
... said Kelly on Apr 17, 2017 at 4:45 PM | link
Albany symphony orchestra!
... said Katie on Apr 17, 2017 at 6:12 PM | link
The tulip festival!
... said Anna on Apr 17, 2017 at 6:12 PM | link
Stevie Cap fo sho
... said Ryan on Apr 17, 2017 at 7:50 PM | link
Former "mayoral candidate" Marlon Anderson! Never has someone's ambition and execution had such a massive difference.
... said Marshall on Apr 17, 2017 at 9:02 PM | link
Starburst in Clifton Park.
... said Pete on Apr 17, 2017 at 9:18 PM | link
The Egg!
... said Camilla on Apr 17, 2017 at 9:19 PM | link
The D & H building
... said mg on Apr 18, 2017 at 2:58 AM | link
Simple, the Albany All Stars.
... said Pajco on Apr 18, 2017 at 7:41 AM | link
The Egg
... said tooter on Apr 18, 2017 at 8:19 AM | link
Lark Fest. It has always been a great reason for my Pennsylvania friends to come visit and have a fun day.
... said Jeff M on Apr 18, 2017 at 8:55 AM | link
EQX!!! 90% of the music I listen to was discovered by listening to EQX. They have the best mix of new and old music. They are always bringing great bands to the area. Love them!!!
... said Kelly on Apr 18, 2017 at 9:03 AM | link
Definitely the architecture!
... said Brad on Apr 18, 2017 at 9:08 AM | link
The downtown skyline showcasing the Egg!
... said Sarah on Apr 18, 2017 at 9:17 AM | link
The Egg!
... said Mike H on Apr 18, 2017 at 9:35 AM | link
I'll second the Washington park tulips! And add the views from thatcher park.
... said Jess on Apr 18, 2017 at 9:54 AM | link
Stewart's or Rosie at Indiana ladder farms -- her hair is fabulous
... said Kaira on Apr 18, 2017 at 10:02 AM | link
Right now I'd have to say Stacks downtown. Beautiful location. Great service. Stunning beverages & snacks. Doing clever things with CBH. OPEN ON WEEKENDS. Yes.
... said ethan on Apr 18, 2017 at 10:50 AM | link
Star meaning a huge ball of gas? BILLY FUCCILLO
... said Scott on Apr 18, 2017 at 11:03 AM | link
Jimmy Fallon!
... said Megan on Apr 18, 2017 at 11:43 AM | link
The New York State Writers Institute
... said Susan on Apr 18, 2017 at 11:45 AM | link
My wife.
... said Helderberg Complainer on Apr 18, 2017 at 11:49 AM | link
I love Nipper, but I'd have to go with The Stockade.
... said Maria C. on Apr 18, 2017 at 12:00 PM | link
Kirk Douglas of Amsterdam. He still sneaks to a friend's house occasionally.
... said Greg S on Apr 18, 2017 at 12:42 PM | link
Empire State Plaza during the summer :)
... said Michelle M. on Apr 18, 2017 at 12:46 PM | link
The Honest Weight Co-op! They have the most extensive bulk section and amaxing local offerings!
... said Tiffany Z. on Apr 18, 2017 at 1:42 PM | link
The Albany Jewish Community Center - through all of the negativity faced lately (along with their sister establishments across the country) they remain a strong, community focused, all around positive place for you and your family!
... said Brandy Eggan on Apr 18, 2017 at 1:50 PM | link
Rachael Ray.
... said Brett Freedman on Apr 18, 2017 at 2:35 PM | link
Sabrina Dalmi
... said Greg Slocum on Apr 18, 2017 at 3:13 PM | link
Mayor Kris Kastberg of Scotia. Hardest-working & Most level-headed politician in the Capital Region.
... said Tanya T on Apr 18, 2017 at 3:13 PM | link
The Albany Tulip Festival. It’s an amazing celebration of the city’s history, local business’s, and of course the gathering of our great community. Celebrating Mother’s Day with family amongst thousands of tulips is an added a bonus.
... said Steve on Apr 18, 2017 at 4:32 PM | link
Biergartens!
... said Anna on Apr 18, 2017 at 6:08 PM | link
Jimmy Fallon!
... said Ken on Apr 18, 2017 at 6:26 PM | link
Cider Belly Donuts!
... said Lori on Apr 18, 2017 at 7:30 PM | link
The Capitol Building
... said Erin on Apr 18, 2017 at 8:54 PM | link
This blog, which is a great new resource to newcomers to the area like me :)
... said AC on Apr 18, 2017 at 9:49 PM | link
WNYT Morning team.... especially Paul Caiano!
... said jon on Apr 18, 2017 at 10:06 PM | link
Ric Orlando
... said Anthony on Apr 18, 2017 at 10:14 PM | link
John Boyd Thacher State Park: Geology and a View
... said KT on Apr 18, 2017 at 11:10 PM | link
The Egg!!
... said Melissa on Apr 18, 2017 at 11:18 PM | link
Blotto. Any questions???
... said ace on Apr 24, 2017 at 10:17 AM | link