The Empire State Plaza is one of the places I love to take people who are visiting, and I often find myself there for its many events in every season. In the summer there are plentiful festivals and concerts. I’m really excited to see Shaggy and Bootsy Collins next Wednesday, […]
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A very interesting hike in the Catskills is Overlook Mountain. The hike can be strenuous for some, as it is mostly uphill with little relief until you reach the summit. However, when you get there you will not be disappointed. You will find the remnants of an abandoned hotel, great […]
I had a lovely time exploring Rhode Island and Providence Plantations (the full name of the state!) this weekend with my high school girlfriends. Here is a breakdown from city to city: Providence: By the time we got into the city, we were ready for lunch. To Kennedy Plaza […]
One of my favorite off the beaten path day trips has to be around Grafton, a quiet 40 minutes northeast of Albany. I have no idea where to eat around here, so I always pack a picnic, but there are three really fun places to make a day out of. The […]
Today is Wednesday. It can be hard getting through the week, but a fun way to spice it up is Wednesday night Bingo at City Beer Hall. Bingo is no longer just for old ladies! Enjoy a cold beer with a personal pizza while playing bingo at a big table […]
It’s June: Tulips are out, roses are in. Schenectady’s Central Park Rose Garden is truly a gem. There are so many different variations of roses; they are fragrant, huge, and beautiful. This is a great place to stroll around, take some pictures, and slow down. Take time to smell the […]
I really like New Paltz. There are great options for hiking, eating, and it’s got a generally kitschy vibe. If I lived closer I might be there every weekend! 1st Trip: My first visit was last summer. We started the day walking around the old homes from the 1700s […]
Had a phenomenal Memorial Day weekend road trip through DC, MD, WV, and PA! Here is the breakdown, day by day: Saturday Day 1, D.C.: We left Long Island at 7am (drove from Albany the night before to family so they could watch our cat Sassy, and we could […]
I visited Stewart Preserve in nearby Averill Park this past Wednesday. Surprise, surprise, no cars in the lot! It was a short well marked two-mile hike through the woods, which were only a bit muddy in certain areas. The views on the trails themselves were not so remarkable, but abundant […]
Washington Park, make way for ducklings! Now that the tulips are past their prime, and the hoards of people are out of the park for the most part, the mother animals have deemed it time to let their babies explore their new home. Yesterday in the park I saw a […]
A trip to Hudson is a great little getaway, a scenic trip less than an hour away. A visit to Olana can make you forget the world you’re leaving behind. The grounds are beautiful abundant in nature, and free to wander if you just want to take a hike on the […]
I’ve been trying lots of new trails this season, some which are more appealing than others. Yesterday I hiked one I think I liked best so far! Hollyhock Hollow Sanctuary, in Selkirk. Yet another preserve right in our backyard, without a car in the lot. So we wandered into a […]
Ever been to Schoharie County? I feel like a lot of people from Albany haven’t, but they’re missing out. My ideal daytrip would begin in Sharon Springs and include breakfast at the American Hotel. I had their delicious and unique corncakes, and enjoyed eating them in a beautiful and historic […]
Are you in to art, architecture, museums, nature, or masonry? I think Opus 40 falls in to one or many of these categories. Opening day is May 22nd, so you have a few days to plan an adventure down the thruway. One man built this whole structure, and it is a […]
*UPDATE* It has come to my attention that this museum is no longer running. You can still find out the fascinating history of the Arsenal online. If you’re interested in history, especially military history, I have just the place for you. The Watervliet Arsenal has been operating since 1813 and it […]