Tag Archives: Fun

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

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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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Troy’s Prospect Park

Because I don’t have a backyard, I spend a lot of time in local parks. Washington Park is my go to because of its close proximity, but I love checking out other parks for some new scenery. I checked out … Continue reading

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Bennett Hill

Hiking is one of my favorite activities, and I’m always on the lookout for a new place to do it. Today in between the raindrops I went to Bennett Hill. Drive down Delaware Ave out into the country, Clarksville, and … Continue reading

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Man Weekend: Nine Pin Cidery, Albany Distillery, Browns Brewing Co, and Beirut Lebanese Cuisine

My man’s friends came to Albany for a visit to see the Hendrix Experience concert at the Palace Theater, it was phenomenal. We had a great time jamming out with Dweezil Zappa, Buddy Guy, and countless other rock gods, and … Continue reading

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Canstruction

I visit Canstruction at the NYSM every year. Themed sculptures made completely out of cans, that are then donated to The Food Pantries for the Capital District? Splendid.   This year’s theme is Storytown Last year Today is the last … Continue reading

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Capital Wine and Spirits

Friday night. Wine testing. Free. Sounds like a date! My guy and I are at a point where the party scene is no longer enticing for the typical Friday night, but we often stroll down Lark Street between 6pm-9 and … Continue reading

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The Library

I am so thankful I have rediscovered the library. So many people spend so much money purchasing an e-reader or buying books, and I don’t mind support authors once in a while, but the library is so free! It allows … Continue reading

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New York State Museum

The New York State Museum is one of my favorite places. (Picture from the current ‘Weather’ exhibit) In the winter it is a warm refuge, and in the summer it is air-conditioned oasis. It is a fantastic place to bring … Continue reading

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Scotia Cinema

I’m very particular about where I see my movies. When there is talk about the Great Depression people usually note that they would go to the movies to forget about life for a while. I think it is such a … Continue reading

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