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- Experience Meow Wolf in Santa Fe, New Mexico May 29, 2019
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- Drink the Elixir at Kakawa Chocolate House in Santa Fe, NM May 22, 2019
- Hike the Tree Spring Trail in Sandia Mountains, NM May 18, 2019
- Tinkertown Museum in Albuquerque, New Mexico May 15, 2019
- World’s Largest Rattlesnake in Albuquerque, New Mexico May 12, 2019
- Museums of University of New Mexico in Albuquerque May 5, 2019
- Exploring Petroglyph National Monument Albuquerque, NM May 1, 2019
Category Archives: Albany
Buckingham Pond
I have always been curious about Albany’s Buckingham Pond, and found the time to visit this afternoon. This place is truly a hidden gem. If you were dropped here without any knowledge of your surroundings you would never have a … Continue reading
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Tagged albany, Buckingham Pond, flower, hairy woodpecker, hidden gem, park, peaceful, violet, yellow warbler
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La Mexicana Grocery and Restaurant
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 … Continue reading
Posted in Albany, Schenectady County
Tagged albany, armadillo, cinco de mayo, delicious, eat me, el loco, feed, La Mexicana Grocery and Restaurant, margarita, mexican, schenectady, tacos, tamales, tostadas
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From The Garden
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. … Continue reading
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Tagged feed, five course meal, from the garden, lark, local, wine, yum
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Albany Institute of History and Art
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 … Continue reading
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Tagged albany, Albany Institute of History and Art, art, birds, Fun, guns, mummies, museum, sculptures
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Mamoun’s Falafel
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 … Continue reading
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Tagged albany, baba ghanouj, cake, chicken skewer, honey, Mamoun's Falafel, middle eastern food, pita, yum
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The Daily Grind
Coffee Houses. Most people have a favorite, and I feel like they say something about you. I have friends who love Café Vero, and they will have to find a new home to drink their coffee in soon as the … Continue reading
Posted in Albany, Troy
Tagged albany, coffee, coffee house, daily grind, lark, latte, troy
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Museum Passes
I’ll let you in on a great secret, Albany Public Library’s museum passes! They expanded their program recently and now you and your friends or family can go to all of these fantastic museums, for free! All you need is … Continue reading
Low Beat’s Brunch
Went to the Low Beat’s this morning to enjoy some brunch. My first reaction was, woah, it is dark in here for brunch. It is a bar though, and it’s a part of their ambiance. I had been to Valentine’s … Continue reading
Albany’s Pine Bush Preserve
I have a strong affinity for the Pine Bush Preserves. It is very odd to be hiking through sand, with pine bushes, and seeing many sections of the land charred from an ecosystem that requires fire. It is a unique … Continue reading
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Tagged albany, Fun, hike, karner blue butterfly, nature, pine bush, spring, trails
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Dali Mamma
What could be better for your spiritual state than lunch at the Dali Mamma? I have wanted to go here for a while, but this joint is only open during the week, which makes it difficult to get to. However, … Continue reading