Had a lot of fun hiking and exploring Holt Preserve the other day. We encountered many different spring elements such as light rain, sun, clouds, wind, cold, and warmth all within just a few minutes of each other, it was interesting. The preserve has lots of different trail loops which […]
Monthly Archives: May 2014
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You’re on the Northway and you see something odd out of the corner of your eye. During the day it is an overly colorful patriotic scene. At night it has a lot of gaudy lights. I always wondered what it was, and found out that it’s an eccentric gift store called Wit’s […]
In the midst of finals week in grad school, the fact that it is Cinco de Mayo just about slipped my mind. If you want to get in the spirit consider taking a trip to La Mexicana Grocery and Restaurant in Schenectady, it’s about as close to Mexico as you’re going […]
Want to go on a really lovely date and have a delicious meal? Try out From The Garden on Lark. This place usually has a Groupon available, so it is a good idea to check to cut down on price. This is a small joint, so make sure you call […]
Another overcast day and some raindrops aren’t going to keep me inside, visited the Limestone Rise Conservancy and Wolf Creek Preserve this weekend. Although they were close in proximity, the two places couldn’t be more different! Limestone Rise Conservancy does not have a parking lot, you must park on the side […]
Headed out to Altamont to visit the Home Front Café for a great breakfast and some history. My senses were overwhelmed upon entering, and I enjoyed looking around while I waited for my meal. Seated in a little corner I was right next to a beautiful stained-glass replication of the […]
One activity that reminds me winter is over for a while is the return of the Drive-Ins! As I’ve mentioned before, I’m kind of particular about where I catch my flicks. Before moving to Albany I had never been to a Drive-In before, so now I’m making up for lost […]
Thankful for clear skies this afternoon, took a ride out to Deer Mountain Nature Trail in Ravena. Once again we found an empty parking lot, and happily hiked into to our private preserve for the afternoon. The trail is well marked and has sporadic signs about the nature you encounter, for […]
Indian Ladder Farm is one of my home away from homes. I love the drive into the country. I’ve picked berries here, brought friends and family here, wandered about the property, fed all of their goats and other animals, seen summer plays in the field, and had many-a-brunch at the […]
Tonight is First Friday in Albany, which means a lot of stores, galleries, museums, and bars are holding special events. I love taking advantage of the free admission to the Albany Institute of History and Art (you can also come here for free with an Albany Public Library museum pass). […]
My favorite town in the Berkshires is Great Barrington. It is a quintessential New England town with a hippy edge and history. If you’re starting with lunch, you should really check out the Gypsy Joynt Café, come for the ambiance and stay for the food. This is a mystical place […]
All this rain lately may be very spring-like, but it isn’t making me feel like I want to go frolic outside with the tulips. One surefire way to get in the spring spirit is to go visit the baby animals at Hancock Shaker Village (and learn some interesting shaker history […]
Great Middle Eastern food in walking distance? Yes please. Mamoun’s Falafel. I’ve walked past this place numerous times, never imagining the insides were quite so lovely. Upon entering the dimly lit establishment we were immediately seated and I began to look around. I loved the high ceilings , brick walls, […]