All Over Albany tag:alloveralbany.com,2008-01-06://1 2008-07-05T14:08:08Z Movable Type 4.1 A quick recap of the last week tag:alloveralbany.com,2008://1.994 2008-07-05T13:52:28Z 2008-07-05T14:08:08Z Here are some highlights from the past week on AOA: + We got a look at the Jerry Jennings bobblehead. + Albany's most famous dog is more than a hundred years old... and still standing. + Eat this: frankfurters from the Troy Pork Store. + Where cardboard cutouts of Barack... AOA hot dogs, Paul, Barack, Owney]]> Frank, Paul, Barack, Owney

]]> Here are some highlights from the past week on AOA:

+ We got a look at the Jerry Jennings bobblehead.

+ Albany's most famous dog is more than a hundred years old... and still standing.

+ Eat this: frankfurters from the Troy Pork Store.

+ Where cardboard cutouts of Barack Obama go to drink in Troy.

+ Steve Relles has a crappy job and loves it.

+ We compiled a list of Capital Region pools.

+ New on Lark Street: Lebanese restaurant Al-Baraki II.

+ Heather gave us the scoop on the Silver Birch Trading Post.

+ We saw Sgt Dunbar play at the Grand Street Arts.

+ Is a Rachael Ray memoir in the works?

+ The ballet's back in Saratoga -- here's what to wear.


If you'd just like the whole week unfiltered, check our listing of the last seven days of AOA.

]]> Stuff to do this weekend tag:alloveralbany.com,2008://1.992 2008-07-03T20:00:00Z 2008-07-03T20:25:17Z The holiday weekend is here! This is the time of year we dream about in February, so don't let it pass you by. Get out and do some stuff. Want some hints? We've got some.... AOA logo.pngThe holiday weekend is here! This is the time of year we dream about in February, so don't let it pass you by. Get out and do some stuff. Want some hints? We've got some.

]]> there's more What's up around the Neighborhood tag:alloveralbany.com,2008://1.991 2008-07-03T19:44:00Z 2008-07-03T19:41:29Z Among the topics in this most recent spin around the Capital Region's online neighborhood: swinging, specialing, garage saling, and probably a few other gerunds.... AOA The NeighborhoodAmong the topics in this most recent spin around the Capital Region's online neighborhood: swinging, specialing, garage saling, and probably a few other gerunds.

]]> there's more The Buzz about Serena and Anna tag:alloveralbany.com,2008://1.989 2008-07-03T19:30:11Z 2008-07-03T19:30:11Z Serena Williams will be in town next Wednesday for a World Team Tennis match at the Washington Ave Armory, the new home of the NY Buzz (they had previously played in Schenectady's Central Park). And with a few breaks (tennis joke), Serena could very well be the new Wimbledon champ... AOA nybuzz_logo.pngSerena Williams will be in town next Wednesday for a World Team Tennis match at the Washington Ave Armory, the new home of the NY Buzz (they had previously played in Schenectady's Central Park). And with a few breaks (tennis joke), Serena could very well be the new Wimbledon champ by next week.

The other big star on this year's Buzz schedule is Anna Kournikova. She'll be here July 22. Tickets aren't cheap for either match ($39, $49, $59). But if you're thinking you'd like to see both of them play, you might consider just buying a season pass to the Buzz. It's $99 for every game, which is only $20 less than tickets to see the two stars.

]]> What to wear to the ballet at SPAC tag:alloveralbany.com,2008://1.987 2008-07-03T18:14:00Z 2008-07-03T18:24:51Z Maybe you haven't been since your childhood, but the ballet is where it's at this month in Saratoga. And, since our Mommies and Daddies won't (typically) be picking out our clothes this go-round, Violet's of Saratoga and owner Laura Ferrar has a plan. The one-year old boutique on Broadway is... AOA toe shoes ]]> Sure, these are fine if you're on stage, but what do you wear if you're more the spectator type?

]]> Heather Lumb Maybe you haven't been since your childhood, but the ballet is where it's at this month in Saratoga. And, since our Mommies and Daddies won't (typically) be picking out our clothes this go-round, Violet's of Saratoga and owner Laura Ferrar has a plan.

The one-year old boutique on Broadway is filled with some hip little delicacies that would leave a sophisticate with a stimulus check breathless. Perfect for ballet dressing, whether you're lawn-bound or reserved for an amphitheater seat.

]]> there's more Fireworks! tag:alloveralbany.com,2008://1.988 2008-07-03T17:09:46Z 2008-07-03T17:45:04Z It's 4th of July weekend! Time for barbecues , picnics and fireworks. If seeing the fireworks is part of your patriotic duty, you'll have plenty of opportunity to fulfill it this weekend. Here's the list:... AOA Fireworks.jpg]]> Ooooooooo. Ahhhhhhhhhh.

]]> It's 4th of July weekend! Time for barbecues , picnics and fireworks. If seeing the fireworks is part of your patriotic duty, you'll have plenty of opportunity to fulfill it this weekend. Here's the list:

]]> there's more A Rachael Ray memoir? tag:alloveralbany.com,2008://1.986 2008-07-03T15:29:00Z 2008-07-03T14:15:22Z There's a rumor floating around this week that The Ray is working on a memoir about her rise from North Country girl-next-door to national media brand. And the proposed titled? EVOhNo. The best joke about all this comes from Robyn Lee at Serious Eats: "Whether or not you'll be able... AOA rachael rayThere's a rumor floating around this week that The Ray is working on a memoir about her rise from North Country girl-next-door to national media brand. And the proposed titled? EVOhNo.

The best joke about all this comes from Robyn Lee at Serious Eats: "Whether or not you'll be able to finish it in 30 minutes or less is yet to be determined."

photo: CBS / King World

]]> Troy's Prospect Park tag:alloveralbany.com,2008://1.978 2008-07-03T14:29:00Z 2008-07-03T15:14:18Z Here's to feeling like a kid again on merry-go-rounds, swings and slides, and then having a grown-up picnic underneath a lazy tree (bring Kool-Aid and leave the wine at home). If it's still not worth playing hooky for, maybe the view--watching everyone hustle about their normal harried lives--might sway you... AOA pparksign.jpg]]> You're never too old to play in the park.

]]> Heather Lumb Here's to feeling like a kid again on merry-go-rounds, swings and slides, and then having a grown-up picnic underneath a lazy tree (bring Kool-Aid and leave the wine at home). If it's still not worth playing hooky for, maybe the view--watching everyone hustle about their normal harried lives--might sway you to freedom.

]]> there's more McDonald officially in, Lyme disease settling in here, financial trouble ahead for SPAC?, here she is -- Mrs. New York America tag:alloveralbany.com,2008://1.985 2008-07-03T13:24:47Z 2008-07-03T17:53:27Z Republican Roy McDonald, currently an state assemblyman from Wilton, has officially jumped into the pool for Joe Bruno's state Senate seat -- with Bruno's support. And it looks like Tony Jordan, an attorney from Washington County, will be the Republican candidate for the seat McDonald's vacating. That race already has... AOA Republican Roy McDonald, currently an state assemblyman from Wilton, has officially jumped into the pool for Joe Bruno's state Senate seat -- with Bruno's support. And it looks like Tony Jordan, an attorney from Washington County, will be the Republican candidate for the seat McDonald's vacating. That race already has a Democrat -- Wilton councilman Ian McGaughey. [Daily Gazette] [TU]

A federal court rejected an appeal by Yassin Aref and Mohammed Hossain, the two members of an Albany mosque caught in the federal sting involving a fake plot to buy a shoulder-fired missile. [TU]

A state review of the Albany Police Department has concluded that there is "no evidence of systemic abuse of citizens' rights" by department. The review had come at the request of six Common Council members. [TU]

Lyme disease appears to be establishing itself in the Capital Region and north. [Daily Gazette]

SPAC officials are worried that financial troubles for Live Nation, the company that produces all the pop music concerts there, will end up hurting the venue. SPAC currently gets $1 million a year from Live Nation, but that contract is up next year and officials seem to think renewing the deal for the same amount will be tough. [Saratogian]

The Peerless Pool at Spa State Park still isn't ready to open. Wet weather has kept the pool's new surface from curing properly. Officials hope the pool will be able to open in a week or so. [Daily Gazette]

The new Troy Orchestra debuts tonight with a concert behind city hall. [Troy Record]

The new Mrs. New York America is Kerry Lyn Boettcher, a teacher from Schenectady. She'll go on to compete for Mrs. America in September. [Daily Gazette]

]]> Sgt Dunbar and the Hobo Banned live tag:alloveralbany.com,2008://1.984 2008-07-03T03:54:18Z 2008-07-03T13:37:47Z Sgt Dunbar and the people from the Grand Street Arts were nice enough to let us come by Saturday night and record the show. The first song from the set is embedded above. A second song is embedded after the jump (see if you can catch the cameo by... AOA

Sgt Dunbar and the people from the Grand Street Arts were nice enough to let us come by Saturday night and record the show. The first song from the set is embedded above. A second song is embedded after the jump (see if you can catch the cameo by Matthew Loiacono). These clips are also available in HD here and here.

Sgt Dunbar is going on tour later this summer, but they'll be back in town September 19 to play the Albany Public Library's Garage Series. You should definitely check them out.

Many thanks to Frank, Jeff and Alex for their help.

]]> there's more 4 day week tag:alloveralbany.com,2008://2.983 2008-07-02T20:16:36Z 2008-07-02T20:20:45Z The Biz Review reports that the Albany-Colonie Chamber of Commerce is giving four-day work weeks a shot this summer. As it turns out, they're not alone -- a bunch of orgs are trying this in an effort to save money on gas.... AOA giving four-day work weeks a shot this summer. As it turns out, they're not alone -- a bunch of orgs are trying this in an effort to save money on gas.]]> The Silver Birch Trading Post tag:alloveralbany.com,2008://1.980 2008-07-02T18:56:44Z 2008-07-02T20:30:19Z A-Town's Delaware Avenue is home to a handful of gems that are adding to its up-and-comer image. Count fair-trade advocate The Silver Birch Trading Post among them. A hybrid of an art gallery and a boutique, the store's goal is to help support starving artists both around the way and... AOA silver_birch_front_desk.jpg]]> Fair-trade art and gifts at The Silver Birch

]]> Heather Lumb A-Town's Delaware Avenue is home to a handful of gems that are adding to its up-and-comer image. Count fair-trade advocate The Silver Birch Trading Post among them. A hybrid of an art gallery and a boutique, the store's goal is to help support starving artists both around the way and around the world. So if you're a lawyer by day and pillow stuffer/wood ring carver/hot shot photographer by night, release your artsy output right here.

]]> there's more New to Lark: Al-Baraki II tag:alloveralbany.com,2008://1.981 2008-07-02T17:17:54Z 2008-07-02T17:17:32Z Al-Baraki, the popular Lebanese restaurant on River St in Troy, opened a second location this week on Lark St in Albany. After being beckoned in off the sidewalk Tuesday evening for a few samples, we asked owner Paul Chedrawee why he set up shop on Lark. "Because it seemed like... AOA Paul Chedrawee]]> Paul Chedrawee

]]> Al-Baraki, the popular Lebanese restaurant on River St in Troy, opened a second location this week on Lark St in Albany. After being beckoned in off the sidewalk Tuesday evening for a few samples, we asked owner Paul Chedrawee why he set up shop on Lark. "Because it seemed like half my customers over in Troy were from this neighborhood," he told us.

And sure enough, not two minutes later, in walked a regular customer from the Troy location who lives just around the block from the new place.

]]> there's more Bush on Tour tag:alloveralbany.com,2008://2.979 2008-07-02T16:21:01Z 2008-07-02T16:22:42Z The Bush Legacy Tour rolled into the Capital Region today. The tour bus, paid for by American's United for Change, has been making its way across the country sharing info about the Bush Legacy. The view is a little (or a lot) more Keith Olbermann than Sean Hannity. You can... AOA Bush Legacy Tour rolled into the Capital Region today. The tour bus, paid for by American's United for Change, has been making its way across the country sharing info about the Bush Legacy. The view is a little (or a lot) more Keith Olbermann than Sean Hannity. You can check it out for yourself this afternoon at the Capitol Building. ]]> Capital Region Pools tag:alloveralbany.com,2008://1.976 2008-07-02T14:30:00Z 2008-07-02T14:30:28Z Summer isn't summer without a little pool time. So where can you cool off and get a few laps or a good game of Marco Polo in around the Capital Region? You pack the beach towel and sunscreen, we've got the list:... AOA victoria_pool.jpg]]> Doesn't this make you want to take the rest of the day off?

]]> Summer isn't summer without a little pool time. So where can you cool off and get a few laps or a good game of Marco Polo in around the Capital Region? You pack the beach towel and sunscreen, we've got the list:

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