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These Are Best BBQ Joints in the Capital Region! [RANKED]
It's National Barbeque Day! There are some amazing barbeque restaurants throughout the Capital Region. Here is a ranked list according to Yelp of the top pitmasters in our area. Try and look at this list without getting hungry! Each has outstanding reviews. Check Out the Best BBQ Joints in the...
Jeffrey Gibson Details His Painting on Art in America’s Latest Cover
Jeffrey Gibson, whose beaded painting Born to Be Alive (2023) appears on the cover of Art in America’s Summer 2024 “Icons” issue, is the subject of a profile in the magazine. From his studio in Hudson, New York, Gibson told A.i.A. the backstory of the cover image, a detail of a larger work shown here in full.Joan Semmel Details Her Painting on A.i.A.’s Latest Cover As told to A.i.A. I was listening to music hunting for words to use in my work and came across this disco song, “Born to Be Alive,” by Patrick Hernandez from 1978. As a mix of different kinds of...
‘Revitalized’ Upstate NY City Named Best Place To Live In US
A Capital Region city on the comeback and one of the state's best college towns have been named the best places to live in the nation. One of my favorite aspects of living in the Capital Region is it is not centered around one but three interesting cities. Albany, Schenectady, and Troy each have a vibe, great restaurants, arts, culture, and more, all unique to each city. All 3 have had their challenges over the years but have always been beloved by locals and revitalization efforts have led to one of the tri-cities being recognized as one of the best places to live in the nation!
Pine Bush Lupine Photography Event: Capture Nature's Splendor
Calling all photography enthusiasts and nature lovers! Prepare your lenses for a captivating experience at the "Lupine Photography at the Pine Bush" event. Immerse yourself in the splendor of the Pine Bush's lupine fields, where the floral display promises to be nothing short of spectacular.
The adorable sheep are back on Governors Island for the season!
Our favorite sheep are baaaaaaack for the season on Governors Island. For the fourth consecutive year, a team of upstate woolly animals has been "hired" to stroll the grounds at Governors Island and help control invasive species of plants to preserve the area's ecosystem. Evening, Chad, Philip Aries, Bowie and...
Immerse Yourself in West African Drum & Dance in Albany
Feel the rhythm of the beat and let your spirit dance as the West African Drum & Dance w/Jordan Taylor Hill event comes to the Albany Barn! Set your calendars for an immersive cultural experience on Monday, May 20th from 6pm to 8pm at the vibrant Albany Barn, located at 56 2nd St, Albany, NY. Prepare to be swept away by the rich traditions of Guinea, Senegal, and the African Diaspora.
MA Residents: Sit Back & Enjoy! After All, “It’s Only A Play”
Bay State residents: Are you looking for something to do this weekend? Here's a suggestion. Take a road trip to Claverack, New York and check out a show simply entitled "It's Only A Play". Terrence McNally's hilarious comedy comes alive at The Marilyn and Bob Laurie gallery located at the Claverack Library on route 9-H just off route 23 in neighboring Columbia county.
‘Revitalized’ Upstate NY City Named Best Place To Live In US
A Capital Region city on the comeback and one of the state's best college towns have been named the best places to live in the nation. One of my favorite aspects of living in the Capital Region is it is not centered around one but three interesting cities. Albany, Schenectady, and Troy each have a vibe, great restaurants, arts, culture, and more, all unique to each city. All 3 have had their challenges over the years but have always been beloved by locals and revitalization efforts have led to one of the tri-cities being recognized as one of the best places to live in the nation!
THEY’RE BAAACK! Sheep landscaping squad returns to chomp invasive plant species on Governors Island
They’re baaack and better than ever. The Governors Island sheep landscaping squad has returned from their farm upstate, and the five herbivores are back at their post in Hammock Grove, ready to eat down invasive plant species.
‘Revitalized’ Upstate NY City Named Best Place To Live In US
A Capital Region city on the comeback and one of the state's best college towns have been named the best places to live in the nation. One of my favorite aspects of living in the Capital Region is it is not centered around one but three interesting cities. Albany, Schenectady, and Troy each have a vibe, great restaurants, arts, culture, and more, all unique to each city. All 3 have had their challenges over the years but have always been beloved by locals and revitalization efforts have led to one of the tri-cities being recognized as one of the best places to live in the nation!
Albany, NY Residents: Your Future Puppies Best Friend Awaits!
Interested in adding a furry friend to your family? Even if you're just keen on viewing some of the cute critters available for adoption nearby, there are ample pets waiting for their forever homes in animal shelters throughout and around albany.
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