Albany will be welcoming its first and only luxury hotel this upcoming October. The Renaissance Albany, a Marriott brand hotel, will be located on the corner of Eagle and State Streets, a short distance away from the Capitol Building. The...
A Taste of the Big City Coming to Albany
Finally! I think one of my favorite parts of living in New York City was being able to get fresh fruits and vegetables whenever I wanted at one of the many bodega-esque markets that sat at almost every corner. The...
Touring Center Square For 40 Years!
On Thursday, June 25, the Center Square Association hosts the 40th year of their Hidden City House & Garden Tour, adding backyard gardens to the tour this year.This self-guided tour gives you the opportunity to peek inside the historic homes...
NYS Museum Plans Four-Year, $14 Million Overhaul With New Interactive Exhibits
All the more reason to visit the New York State Museum in the coming years: Over 35,000 feet of new exhibitions will be implemented over the course of four years. An educational treasure for not only the area, but for...
Schenectady’s Hip Lower Union Area About to Get Even Better With $1.8 Million Upgrade
To those who have knocked the social scene in Schenectady, you must have never been out on lower Union Street to grab a bite to eat or get a drink with friends. Home to several fun bars and lively restaurants all...
Capital Region Foodie News: Micro-Kilts, Hangover Burgers & Behind the Bar Education
I don't know if anyone has been binge watching Netflix's new season of 'Orange is the New Black' as frequently as I have but, a line caught my ear while I was watching. One of the characters had recently moved...
Celebrate Dads & Summer’s First Weekend! Top Albany Events: June 19 – 21
There is a lot to celebrate this weekend in Albany! Summer officially starts this weekend, and Father's Day is this Sunday! If you don't have plans yet, have no fear, we've selected some great events happening throughout the weekend that...
Bottom’s Up… Celebrate National Martini Day in Albany!
National Martini Day is fast approaching on Friday, June 19th! Besides the martini being James Bond's drink of choice (shaken, not stirred) throughout the years, the drink's history stretches back to the 1800's. The history of the popular drink is slightly...
Hurry, Strawberries Are Here… But Not for Long!
If you're a fan of local produce then you will be happy to hear that strawberry season is upon us in the Capital Region! What better way to soak in the beginning of summer than by picking your own strawberries...
Tyler Perry Making His Way to Albany for the First Time!
Love Tyler Perry and his antics as the lovable yet crazy Madea? Well, if you're in the Albany area this coming September, you're in luck. Tyler Perry will be visiting the Capital Region and bringing his "Madea on the Run" play to...