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Muscoot Farm, Westchester

My Mom and I had such a hoot visiting Muscoot Farm in Katonah, Westchester. The grounds are free to enter and there is a whole lot to see! First you notice all of the farm animals. I enjoyed observing and … Continue reading

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Finger Lakes Region Road Trip!

This week I took a road trip to the Finger Lakes Region with my Mom! Day 1: We stayed in a little town called Horseheads, a central location to many of the areas we wanted to explore. We got into … Continue reading

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WELCOME BACK, USS Slater !!!

My 100th Post!! So happy it can be dedicated to the USS Slater. Ladies and gentleman, boys and girls, the moment you have been waiting for is finally here! The USS Slater is back in Albany! Normally the USS Slater, an … Continue reading

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One of my favorite places on this earth is Robert Moses State Park in Babylon, Long Island. When I am home visiting my family I journey out to the beach as much as possible. There is nothing better than the … Continue reading

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Head West for: Fort Stanwix, Utica Zoo, Crazy Otto’s Diner, Eerie Canal Cruise, and Moccasin Kill Sanctuary

After a week of rainy cloudy days I decided to spend a solid 12 hours out and about yesterday. At 8 AM we set out to Rome to visit Fort Stanwix, a beautifully maintained national monument. There is rich history … Continue reading

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A trip to Hudson, NY

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 … Continue reading

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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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Berkshire Museum

The Berkshire Museum is great place to go especially if you have kids to entertain, or if you are a kid at heart. There are diverse and hands-on exhibits ranging from dinosaurs, animals of the Berkshire environment, art, minerals, and even … Continue reading

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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

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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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