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Exploring the Mid-Hudson Valley
The boundary of the Hudson Valley begins in our backyard, and the region spans from Albany to Westchester. Famous for its natural beauty, dotted with farms, influenced by the arts, and layered with history, the Hudson Valley has a lot to explore. And focusing on the middle section is a... (read the rest)
Everything changes: Rachel Person
Everyone has a moment in life when things change. Sometimes we know it right away, other times we only recognize it looking back. With the turning of the year, we're taking some time to listen to people's stories about the moments that changed them, and what they've learned. Rachel Person... (read the rest)
Everything changes: Taína Asili
Everyone has a moment in life when things change. Sometimes we know it right away, other times we only recognize it looking back. With the turning of the year, we're taking some time to listen to people's stories about the moments that changed them, and what they've learned. Taína Asili's... (read the rest)
Stuff to do this weekend
This weekend starts off with the winter solstice. Yes, the daylight will be short -- but there are twinkle lights and hot cocoa and a whole weekend of fun stuff to do on the horizon. After the jump, we've put together a list of goings-on to help make your weekend... (read the rest)
Here are a few ideas for making the most of your holiday donations
About this every year we get questions from people about making donations to local charities for the holidays. But this year we thought we'd turn the question around a bit and hear from someone whose org is typically on the receiving end, and get some thoughts on ways to make... (read the rest)
Drawing: What's something that brought you joy this year?
Drawing's closed! Winners have been emailed! It's this simple: We are amused by Peppermint Pigs and we'd like to give some away. So we are. Maybe to you. To enter the drawing, please answer this question in the comments: What's something that brought you joy this year? For a bunch... (read the rest)
What's up in the Neighborhood
Among the topics in this most recent spin around the Capital Region's online neighborhood: Albany's last Civil War veteran, suburbanization, shoes, mountain biking, NYC, a heron, dogs, tipping, soul food, brunch, lunch, cooking on TV, culinary tours, keeping the brokenness at bay, and recovery.... (read the rest)
What's up in the Neighborhood
Among the topics in this most recent spin around the Capital Region's online neighborhood: The Celery King of Albany, the death of a dry agent, gold in those wheelbarrows, an appeal, the Canadian Pacific Holiday Train, a winter walk along the shore, the Marcus King Band, the only right answer... (read the rest)
Drawing: Nine Pin Pressing Party 2018
Drawing's closed! Winner's been emailed! Nine Pin Cider's annual Pressing Party is this Saturday, November 10. 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 you're looking forward to doing as the... (read the rest)
Drawing: Tickets for BUILT + and a gift card for BMT restaurants
Drawing's closed! Winner's been emailed! Historic Albany Foundation's annual BUILT art event is this Saturday at the State Museum. And we have a pair of tickets to give away. BUT WAIT, THERE'S MORE: The winner will also get a $50 gift card that can be used at any BMT restaurant.... (read the rest)
Those beautiful Hudson Valley Seed Co. art packets are on sale right now
We've mentioned before that we're fans of the Hudson Valley Seed Co.* -- the seeds it sells are selected to grow in this part of the country, and they often in come in beautiful packages designed by regional artists. So it caught our eye that HVSC currently has a half-price... (read the rest)
Exploring Washington County
The rural, rolling hills of Washington County are just about an hour northeast of Albany on a scenic ride along Route 40. The county is bordered by the eastern shore of Lake George, Saratoga County, and the state of Vermont. Some may overlook this area with larger attractions close by... (read the rest)
Drawing: Tickets for Hidden City House & Garden Tour + gift certificates for El Mariachi Tapas and Capital Wine
Drawing's closed! Winner's been emailed! The annual Hidden City House & Garden Tour in Albany is coming up next Thursday, June 21. And we have a pair of tickets to give away. BUT WAIT, THERE'S MORE: The prize package also includes a $50 gift certificate to El Mariachi Tapas and... (read the rest)
Stuff to do this weekend
Top of the weekend to ya. It's the last one of winter. It's also Saint Patrick's Day weekend, so there will be plenty of celebrating going on, including the the parade(s) in Albany on Saturday. After the jump you'll find our list of stuff to do. Planning something you don't... (read the rest)
Stuff to do this weekend
We're in that January lull in the Capital Region -- those couple of weeks after the holidays when things slow down just a touch. But they haven't stopped. After the jump, our look at things to do this weekend that don't involve binge watching, blankets, and carbs. Doing something you... (read the rest)
Views from on High fire tower guide
Could be interesting -- for yourself, or maybe as a gift: The Adirondack Mountain Club has a new version of its fire tower guidebook, Views from on High. Blurbage: Extensively revised and redesigned, this popular hiking guide to fire tower trails enables hikers, history buffs, and others fond of Adirondack... (read the rest)
What's up in the Neighborhood
Among the topics in this most recent spin around the Capital Region's online neighborhood: testifying, women's suffrage, the Albany Theatre, a principal monument, a snowy walk, Christmas, gifts not wanted, mountain biking, High Peaks, brick chicken, beer, and musical memoir.... (read the rest)
Drawing: Tickets for Regina Spektor at The Palace + gift card for The Hollow
Drawing's closed! Winner's been emailed! Singer/songwriter/pianist Regina Spektor is playing The Palace this Thursday, and we have a pair of tickets to give away. BUT WAIT, THERE'S MORE. The winner will also get a $50 gift card for The Hollow. To enter the drawing, please answer this question in the... (read the rest)
Drawing: Tickets for Matthew Weiner at Skidmore OR the creators of Welcome to Night Vale + Northshire gift card + 15 Church gift card
Drawing's closed! Winner's been emailed! The Northshire Bookstore has two author events coming up over the next week or so at Skidmore: Mad Men creator Matthew Weiner November 11; and on November 16 Joseph Fink and Jeffrey Cranor -- the creators of the popular Welcome to Night Vale podcast. We're... (read the rest)
Stuff to do this weekend
Another gorgeous September weekend is ahead of us, filled with festivals, cider donuts, theater, haunted tours, and more. Our list is below -- pick your favorites. Planning something you don't see here? Drop it in the comments so we can all see. And whatever you're up to, have a fantastic... (read the rest)
Stuff to do this weekend
Fair warning: You may have trouble selecting what to do from this weekend's menu. It's packed with music, fairs, festivals, and performances. We've harvested a bunch of items we thought might interest you. You'll find them below. Select a few and get our and enjoy the last weekend of the... (read the rest)
Other Timelines drawing: basket of Albany prizes OR basket of Troy prizes
Drawing's closed! Winner's been emailed! Congrats to Marshall, who won the Albany package of prizes because his randomly-selected comment was #94 -- an even number. If the randomly selected comment had been odd number, the winner would have gotten the Troy package. It's Other Timelines week, so we thought it'd... (read the rest)
Stuff to do this weekend
It is the first weekend of official summer -- so soak it up. After the jump, a whole list of stuff we thought might interest you -- music festivals, baseball, swimming, strawberry picking, summer markets, and more. Pick your favorites, grab some sunscreen and go. Doing something we didn't list... (read the rest)
Stuff to do this weekend
Ready? Set? Weekend! But wait -- first you have to decide what to do. That may not be as easy as it sounds. We've pulled together a list of things we thought you'd like to try. Doing something you don't see here? Tell us about it in the comments. And... (read the rest)
Drawing: Pretty Much the Best Comedy Show at Capital Rep + Nine Pin
Drawing's closed! Winner's been emailed! The Pretty Much the Best Comedy Show series will be at Capital Rep in Albany this Saturday, June 17 for a show with comedian/writer/musician Dave Hill. And we have four tickets to give away. BUT WAIT. There's more: We also have a gift certificate for... (read the rest)