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The week ahead
Here are a few things to keep in mind, look forward to, or keep busy with this week, from the weather (not bad), to Hanukkah, to the Grinch, to the Nutcracker, to Kirsten Gillibrand, to comedy, to skating, to music...... (read the rest)
Stuff to do this weekend
Fall back... into the weekend. There's an extra hour of sleep and a whole bunch of things to do. We've pulled together some of the goings-on we thought you might like to checkout this gray autumn weekend. Planning something you don't see here? Tell us about it in the comments.... (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 (warmer), to Halloween, to the arts, to farming, to science fiction, to magic, to music...... (read the rest)
Stuff to do this weekend
These are the days that can sometimes be too busy to fully enjoy. So between the shopping and wrapping and baking and crossing off holiday to-do lists, find someone you like (or a bunch of someones) and pick something fun to do and savor it together. After the jump, a... (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 (full spring ahead), to spring holidays, to Chris Rock, to stories, to Night Vale, to writers, to hockey, to music...... (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 (nice), to hauntings, to disenchanted princesses, to cartoons, to novelists, to music...... (read the rest)
AOA Startup Grant 2016 finalists
There were a lot of good entries for this year's $2,500 AOA Startup Grant -- projects ranging from food to crafts to farming to performance to tech. But we have to narrow the field to three finalists, two chosen from last week's crowd voting and one picked by the Editors.... (read the rest)
A quick recap of the week
Here are a few highlights from the past week on AOA: + We gave away tickets to Historic Albany Foundation's Holiday House Tour, the Ten Broeck Mansion Candlelit Tour, and a gift card to the Capital City Gastropub by asking: What holiday traditions are you looking forward to this season?... (read the rest)
Holiday gifts: Truemaster Trimingham
Gifts and giving are on most everyone's mind this month. So, once again, we thought we'd ask a few people to share some thoughts on presents, past and present. We start with Truemaster Trimingham, AKA DJ Trumastr. Occasionally you encounter people who make you feel a little better about the... (read the rest)
This week was brought to you by
This week was brought to you by checklists, arteries, expressions of love and extraordinarily fluffy snow. It was also brought to you by AOA advertisers like the folks at Capital Car Share. For Valentine's Day this year, they're giving away a package that includes dinner at dp-An American Brasserie, tickets... (read the rest)
NYS Writers Institute visiting writers fall 2014
The fall lineup for the NYS Writers Institute visiting writers series is out. And, as usual, it's full of notable, award-winning writers and names you'll recognize. Here's the full lineup, compressed and expanded...... (read the rest)
Holiday gift list: Jessica Belflower
It's not about getting -- it's about giving. Everybody knows that. So instead of asking a handful of interesting people what's on their holiday wish list this year, we asked them what they'd like to give for the holidays this year. Today's gift list comes from Jessica Belflower -- and... (read the rest)
The week ahead
Here are a few things to keep in mind, look forward to, or keep busy with this short week, from the weather (August redux), to primary day, to stories, to authors, to drink 'n draw, to zombies, to all kinds of music...... (read the rest)
Troy Music Hall 2013-2014 season
The Troy Savings Bank Music Hall has announced the slate for its 2013-2014 season. Among the highlights: Josh Ritter, Angelique Kidjo, Rosanne Cash, and Jim Breuer. Tickets went on sale today (July 17). Full slate after the jump.... (read the rest)
"The birthplace of the American vacation"
There are a lot of interesting bits in this Smithsonian article about the history of the Adirondacks as a vacation destination -- specifically the influence of Adventures in the wilderness, or Camp-life in the Adirondacks, an 1869 book by William H.H. Murray that helped popularize the idea of vacationing in... (read the rest)
The beer you wish you could get here -- but can't
There's no question that beer lovers of the Capital Region are blessed these days. It's easy to find good beer at a number of bars in the area, there are a handful of beer stores with great selections, and you can even fill a growler at some area supermarkets now.... (read the rest)
The long winter's nap
AOA is getting ready for its annual (not so) long winter's nap. So here are a few things from this holiday season, and those past. We also have some interesting stuff lined for later this week! + The first Christmas card in the US was printed in Albany, as was... (read the rest)
Holiday wish list: Albany Jane
The holiday season is a time for making wish lists, and shopping lists. In an effort to help you with both, we're asking a handful of people what's on their local holiday wish list this year. Today, the final wish list. It's from AOA pizza judge, blogger, and lover of... (read the rest)
A quick recap of the week
Here are a few highlights from the past week on AOA: + Many photos from this year's Santa Speedo Sprint, which was a fun time, as usual. + Laura asked about a good place for taking indoor family photos. (There are already a few good suggestions, but a few more... (read the rest)
Holiday wish list: Casey Normile
The holiday season is a time for making wish lists, and shopping lists. In an effort to help you with both, we're asking a handful of people what's on their local holiday wish list this year. Today's wish comes from hiker, beer aficionado and AOA contributor Casey Normile.... (read the rest)
Holiday wish list: Bill Pettit
The holiday season is a time for making wish lists, and shopping lists. In an effort to help you with both, we're asking a handful of people what's on their local holiday wish list this year. Today's list comes from temporary Center Square resident Bill Pettit.... (read the rest)
Holiday wish list: Laura Glazer
The holiday season is a time for making wish lists, and shopping lists. In an effort to help you with both, we're asking a handful of people what's on their local holiday wish list this year. Today's wish list comes from artist and Hello Pretty City host Laura Glazer.... (read the rest)
Holiday wish list: Duncan Crary
The holiday season is a time for making wish lists, and shopping lists. In an effort to help you with both, we're asking a handful of people what's on their local holiday wish list this year. Today's list comes from author, podcaster and self-described Troy supremacist Duncan Crary.... (read the rest)
Holiday wish list: Laura McCarthy
The holiday season is a time for making wish lists, and shopping lists. In an effort to help you with both, we're asking a handful of people what's on their local holiday wish list this year. Today's list comes from Laura McCarthy.... (read the rest)
A quick recap of the week
Here are a few highlights from the past week on AOA: + The RPI Field House is back in circulation for concerts, with a new show announced for February. + Two questions about Christmas trees -- Jennifer asked about a good lot, and Sarah about finding a pesticide-free tree. +... (read the rest)