International Science
The Birthplace of Stars Identified on the Milky Way.
About 260 light years long, and made of cold gas and dust, the string of star “beads” are more than just a spectacular feature in our galaxy. The beads hold an important secret. They are the birthplace of very big stars, research shows.
Jill Rathborne, of CSIRO [...]
Sure, your garden looks lifeless, brown and less than appealing in the winter months, but what’s really going in there? The truth is, there are always life and life-related activities underway below the surface. No soil process stops completely during the winter, but may slow dramatically, as many creatures go dormant and put their busy [...]
Anyone who fears a corporate takeover of hippie enclave Burlington, Vermont, has yet to delve into the bohemian delights of a New Year’s Eve on the waterfront. From noon to midnight on December 31st, amble the city and take in the sights and sounds of the 28th annual First Night, a whirlwind celebration of local [...]
Just when you thought the holiday’s were over. January 2nd marks the reopening of 7444 Collective’s “various artists” holiday collection. The exhibit, which originally opened in November, will run until January 31st, 2011 and offers a variety of unique creations from stoneware to textiles to fabric imagery.
Highlights from the exhibit include:
Kiln-formed glass and architecture from [...]
Only two novels in my life have intimidated me, Thomas Pynchon’s Gravity’s Rainbow and Moby Dick. I thankfully have only been assigned Gravity’s Rainbow once; I have, however, been assigned Moby Dick at least 3 times. I couldn’t fathom how I’d ever willingly plunge myself into a vast novel about one sea captain’s frustrating search [...]
“The Tartan Terrors: North America’s Premiere Celtic Event” will be performing at Proctors on January 8th, 2011 at 7:30pm in the GE Theatre. Please banish all those thoughts of Riverdance from your mind. The Tartan Terrors is an irreverent group of acclaimed comedians, improv artists, actors, dancers, and musicians including: Ellen Wilkes Irmisch, Ian Wilkes [...]
[ January 7, 2011; ; ] Stretching with Stuffee (10am-10:30am)
The Children’s Museum at Saratoga, Saratoga Springs
This event teaches kids how to make the most of their bodies in a fun and exciting way. This event is free with museum admission. For more information call 518-584-5540.
Winter Used Book Sale (1pm-5pm)
Clifton Park-Halfmoon Library, Clifton Park
Paperback books will be selling for $.50 and $1 [...]
When it comes to food, most holidays are all about tradition. Thanksgiving has turkey, squash, mashed potatoes, stuffing, and cranberry sauce. Christmas lays claim to lasagna, ham, and every cookie imaginable. Hanukkah celebrations feature latkas, doughnuts, and brisket. But the one holiday that is always unpredictable is New Year’s Eve. While most people tend to [...]
The week between Christmas and New Year’s Day can be hectic and busy for many, but others may just be looking for ways to stay feeling festive. Those with school-aged children are looking for ways to keep the young ones occupied during their holiday break, and perhaps even a night out away from their vacationing [...]
[ January 6, 2011; ; ] Albany Chefs Food and Wine Festival (6:30pm-10pm)
Downtown Albany
A vintner’s dinner at 16 downtown Albany restaurants to benefit the downtown arts community of Albany. Reservations are recommended. Cost: $50-$100. For more information call 518-436-7747 or visit www.albanywinefest.com
Film: Chicago (7pm)
Misty Mountain Bakery, Indian Lake
Winner of the 2002 Academy Award for Best Picture, Chicago is adapted from the [...]
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