Expect to see the streets of Lake George aflutter come February 5th, with the start of this year’s Winter Carnival. A super special occasion for all those involved, the carnival is preparing to celebrate its big 5-0. Here are some quick highlights of what’s in the works: hot air tether balloon rides, cook-offs, dog sled [...]
A local tattoo parlor is typically where one would go to get permanently branded, and not the first place one would seek out an art exhibition that explores the cozy memories of childhood. Living Arts Tattoo Studio, however, doubles as an eclectic art gallery, and their current exhibit is based on nostalgia and a return [...]
Hey there, Big Spender. Want to make Valentine’s Day more fun?
If you find that you’re scratching your head again ’cause you just don’t know what to get your “other” this Valentine’s Day, here’s the good news: Valentine’s Day doesn’t have to mean just jewelry, flowers and candy. In fact, a little creative gift giving can [...]
“Why Archives Matter” is a traveling exhibit provided by Museumwise, in association with The South Central Region of the Documentary Heritage Program. Right now this exhibit is residing at the Slate Valley Museum in Granville, New York. The traveling exhibit consists of four large panels that detail what archives are, how they are maintained, and [...]
First and foremost (and not to knock or belittle the fantasy-reading community), I am not an avid reader of the fantasy genre. There’s a commonality among the folks who tirelessly attend conventions and renaissance festivals, an energy and enthusiasm that I simply do not possess – not just with regard to costumes and role play, [...]
Foreign specialty foods are often hard to come by unless you know where to look. While major grocery stores such as Hannaford and Price Chopper are starting to feature special aisles with unique ethnic selections, most of the really obscure ingredients seen on your favorite cooking shows or food blogs are still sold only in [...]
I know. I know. Some of you are depressed that you missed Saratoga Restaurant Week (like me). Others of you who did experience it are going into withdrawal now that it’s over. Thank heavens Schenectady Restaurant Week is giving us a second chance at excellently priced three-course meals.
The following restaurants are participating in Schenectady Restaurant [...]
[ February 1, 2011; ; ] Sesame Street Live’s “Elmo’s Green Thumb”
Glens Falls Civic Center, Glens Falls
Bring your children to see the characters from their favorite TV show come to life onstage while they are taught about the environment. Cost: $13-$22. Tickets and show times are available at Ticketmaster.com.
George’s Pick!
Through Thursday, February 3rd
Gore Mountain Restaurant Week, North Creek
Many wonderful dining options [...]
[ January 31, 2011; ; ] George’s Pick!
Through Thursday, February 3rd
Gore Mountain Restaurant Week, North Creek
Many wonderful dining options await you in the Gore Mountain Region. This week long festival offers special events and low prices at the area’s local restaurants. Call 518-251-2411 for details.
New York State Writers Institute: V.S. Ramachandran (4:15pm)
Recital Hall at UAlbany’s Performing Arts Center, Albany
A lecture by [...]
As a teenager in Europe, I would often frequent the outdoors markets on the weekends. Usually, I accompanied my mother or aunt and I always looked forward to it. I would save as much as my pocket money as possible just for this weekend ritual; that strangely ended in someone in our group buying meat [...]
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