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Stuff to do this weekend
If you're bored this weekend... You know what? There's really no way you should be bored this weekend. We almost ran out of pixels listing all of the stuff there is to do this weekend. You can run, you can swim, you can eat all sorts of foods, see shows,... (read the rest)
Guilty verdict in death of infant, state official fired following harassment allegations, sign returned to Siena 50 years after prank
Guilty verdict in death of child An Albany County jury found David Bridges of Troy guilty of manslaughter in the death of his girlfriend's 1-year-old boy. Bridges could face up to 25 years in prison for the abuse that led to the death of 1-year-old Luka Patrick. [WNYT][TU] State official... (read the rest)
The week ahead
Here are a few things to keep in mind, look forward to, or keep busy with this week, from the weather (summer), to Memorial Day, to the stage, to crafts, to history, to music...... (read the rest)
Coffee school at Superior Merchandise
Superior Merchandise Co. in Troy is bringing back its series of "coffee school" classes for a spring season. Blurbage: "Over the past 20 months of being in business, we've affirmed that our guests tend to be inquisitive and eager to learn more about the mysterious world of specialty coffee. With... (read the rest)
Albany Symphony season 2017-2018
The schedule for the next Albany Symphony season -- the 2017-2018 season -- is out. It includes a weekend of Mozart, a weekend of Gershwin, and performances of new music by living composers. Tickets for many of the dates are available via a season subscription. (Individual date tickets will be... (read the rest)
Midday music break: Rosary Beard
Something to listen to this afternoon (or whenever): "Carcosa" by Rosary Beard. Rosary Bear is Hunter Sagehorn and Matthew Loiacono. The video above was filmed by Nate Sims. The song was recorded by Eric Margan. It was mixed by Troy Pohl. And it features Tucker Callander on violin.... (read the rest)
Coffee class at Superior Merchandise Co.
This could be something different and interesting to try: Superior Merchandise Company in Troy is offering a "Coffee School" class about coffee tasting on February 1. Blurbage: Lead by SMCo.'s Director of Coffee Matthew Loiacono, the class will delve into a history of coffee, ideal growing conditions for coffee, general... (read the rest)
Superior Merchandise Co.
Opening in Troy this Saturday is Superior Merchandise Co., a shop that combines a home goods boutique, a coffee bar, and a florist. While it seems like an eclectic mix, somehow everything fits together in this Fourth Street business. It has not been an easy journey for Felicity Jones and... (read the rest)
Stuff to do this weekend
A holiday has been declared throughout the land. OK, not exactly throughout the land. Just here at AOA. We are starting the weekend a little early. We hope you can do the same. And speaking of the weekend, here's your weekend tasting menu of stuff to do. There's a pretty... (read the rest)
Upbeat on the Roof 2015
The Upbeat on the Roof Friday evening music series returns to the Tang Museum at Skidmore this summer. And there's a strong lineup this year -- the schedule is post jump. It starts up in July this year. The concerts are all on the roof of the Tang (thus the... (read the rest)
Stuff to do this weekend
It's almost June, but it will feel a bit like July this weekend, with highs hovering around 90 degrees and a chance of thunderstorms here and there. After the jump, a batch of indoor and outdoor stuff to do this weekend. Got something planned that you don't see here? Share... (read the rest)
The week ahead
Here are a few things to keep in mind, look forward to, or keep busy with this week, from the weather (hot), cooking, pride, the Price is Right, film outside, murals, music...... (read the rest)
Deciphering songs
This could be interesting: the Albany Music Coalition has set up a series of songwriting workshops featuring local musicians. Blurbage: "The series is intended to provide a forum for capital region musicians performing in various genres and at every level of experience to come together to discuss the songwriting process."... (read the rest)
Stuff to do this weekend
On your mark, get set... weekend. After today it should be mostly sunny with temperatures hovering around 70, and there's lots going on -- from Cinco de Mayo to stand-up to music to Derby Day. After the jump, a few items we thought you might enjoy. Got other plans? Share... (read the rest)
Tickets for Rosary Beard at Steamer 10
Drawing's closed! Winner's been emailed! Rosary Beard -- that would be Matthew Loiacono (Matthew Carefully) and Hunter Sagehorn (of Alta Mira) -- is playing a show at the Steamer 10 Friday night to celebrate their new album, Halfmoon Fever. We have two tickets, and we're giving them away -- maybe... (read the rest)
The week ahead
Here are a few things to keep in mind, look forward to, or keep busy with this week, from the weather (May-ish), to Bond, to Birbiglia, to cooking, to extinct parrots, to what happens when we're under, to Final Cut, to all sorts of music...... (read the rest)
Level at the Arts Center
Looks fun, interesting, and geeky: Level -- a new exhibition of independent video games -- opens this Friday at the Arts Center of the Capital Region. From the blurbage: Level presents the games in an immersive environment that simulates a 1990s American video arcade. Each game has its own working... (read the rest)
Megabus Saratoga Springs
The Megabus will be offering service from Saratoga to both New York City and Burlington, starting April 2. The currently posted schedule has Saratoga > NYC trips leaving at 7 pm, and Saratoga > Burlington trips leaving at noon. Tickets are currently $4 (as with all Megabus trips, that price... (read the rest)
Stuff to do this weekend
The weather is on its way to frightful, but luckily, there's plenty to do on this spooky Halloween weekend. After the jump, a few things we thought seemed fun. Got something else in mind? Let us know about it. And have a fantastic weekend!... (read the rest)
The best sushi places in the Capital Region?
Nick and Erin email (emphasis added): At some point in the past 3 months, both the sushi chef and the waiter/helper at Sushi house changed, and unfortunately the sushi is just not the same (It was arguably the best sushi we had ever had). I was wondering if you guys... (read the rest)
Stuff to do this weekend
Bonus weekend! It's going to be sunny and warm. All. Weekend. Long. So squeeze every last moment out of it. Here's our list of things to do this weekend. Doing something that isn't here? Share it with the group.... (read the rest)
Rosary Beard
Something to listen to on this drizzly morning: "Where the Party is, Today" by Rosary Beard, which is Matthew Loiacono and Hunter Sagehorn. The video was shot by local filmmaker Mike Feurstein. They're opening for Joy Kills Sorrow this Sunday at Caffe Lena. It should be a good show.... (read the rest)
Chefs Consortium at St. Joseph's
Something to look ahead to: the Chefs Consortium is organizing another food and music event, this time at St. Joseph's in Albany. "A Spring Deliverance" is May 14 from 6-9 pm. From the blurbage: Join Hudson Valley's Chefs Consortium as we welcome the beginning of Spring in Albany at legendary... (read the rest)
Stuff to do this weekend
No worries -- the rest of the weekend will look and feel more like spring. And there's plenty to do. The list for this week is after the jump. Got other plans? We'd love to hear about them. Whatever you're doing, have a fantastic weekend.... (read the rest)
Solid Sound Festival recaps
The Solid Sound Festival -- the three days of music and art at MASS MoCA curated by Wilco -- was this past weekend. And it sounds like it went well. So well that MASS MoCA and the band might give it another shot next summer.... (read the rest)