Popa Chubby, who has been performing blues music since 1994, will be making an appearance at the Upper Room this month. If you’re into blues music, and haven’t yet checked out the Upper Room, this is a perfect opportunity to see one of Albany’s hottest entertainment venues, located right inside Pearl Street Pub. About...
Ferris Coin Co. Hosting a Coin Design Contest to Honor Local War Hero
Calling all artists! Ferris Coin Co., the Albany, NY area’s oldest coin shop, is holding a contest to design a silver coin-shaped medallion honoring African American World War I hero Sgt. Henry Johnson. The artists who create the winning designs for the obverse and reverse sides of the medallion will each receive a $1,000...
Here’s The Incredible Entertainment Lineup You Can Expect at This Year’s Tulip Festival
Tulip Festival organizers always put together a dynamic entertainment lineup and this year’s schedule looks to be one of the best yet; fitting for the festival’s 70th year in existence! Find out what to expect at one of the Albany area’s most popular annual events, which is taking place during Mother’s Day Weekend, May...
Free Stocking and Fishing Program on April 3rd, More Free Fishing Opportunities Coming Up
The DEC is once again holding a number of fish stocking and fishing programs, so those interested in the sport can try it out before getting a fishing license and gear. One such program is happening through 2pm tomorrow, April 3rd, at the Albany Pine Bush Preserve, and more programs are happening from now...
ValleyCats Roundup: Community Service Projects, National Anthem Tryouts, Seasonal Promotions & More
Baseball season is here, and the ValleyCats are gearing up for yet another fantastic season! The team recently announced the recipients of its annual field renovation project and the details for National Anthem tryouts, both of which are happening soon. They’ve also revealed their special promotions for the season, and we can expect a...
Vandals Deface The Egg In Albany With Happy Easter Message
It’s not going to be such a happy Easter in Albany for a pair of graffiti artists caught defacing the Egg in Empire State Plaza early this morning. Authorities were notified around 3:30am that there were two people at the plaza with extension ladders, respirators and spray cans painting graffiti on the capital landmark....