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Want to Run a General Store Rennselaerville? Here’s Your Chance! Rent? $1/Month!
I am looking for someone that wants to run a small town grocery store, rent free! I have searched for 5 years to fill the…
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Etrice Gallery Grand Opening Gallery
Etrice Gallery celebrated its Grand Opening on July 15th and it was a PARTY, to say the least. Read more about the gallery and its…
Cafe Euphoria: A Trans- Worker Owned Community Space in Troy
I met up with the Cafe Euphoria team to hear about this exciting and groundbreaking space that is currently in development for downtown Troy, New…
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LIVING ONLINE Series: Maria Brink, of In This Moment
I met up with rock star and friend Maria Brink this week to talk about the current status of the music industry and what it…
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Etrice Gallery: Interview with Davion Brink
I caught up with Davion recently to get up to speed about his latest project, Etrice Gallery. I put together a killer fashion event showcasing…
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LIVING ONLINE Series: Super Dark Collective
In the spirit of collaboration and best practice sharing, I thought it would be interesting to share perspectives from our fellow creatives to see how…
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Behind the Scenes At “The Costumer”
In 2016, Erik and Bonnie Johnsen moved from Massachusetts and bought The Costumer, a 100-year-old, full-service costume and makeup business with locations in Albany and…
5 Queer-Owned Creative Businesses
Meet five of the Capital Region’s most passionate and exciting creative businesses, run by Makers, Designers, Writers, Performers, and Culinary Connoisseurs. Each is bringing personal…
Foreland: A Fantastic, New Arts Complex in Catskill
Along the Catskill Creek, on the site of a Civil War Era mill, sits the huge, new arts campus called Foreland. This completely renovated, artist-led,…
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5 Sizzling Capital Region Summer Arts Experiences
After more than a year of being cooped up indoors, I’m ready to explore and experience everything the Capital Region has to offer — safely,…
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ACE Craft Beverage Spotlight: Left Bank Ciders, Catskill
Left Bank Ciders opened its doors on July 10th, 2021, which wasn’t an obvious time to start a brand new tap room business. But partners…
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A Conversation with Fashion Designer Staci Snider
Saratoga Springs-based fashion designer, Staci Snider, is a force to be reckoned with. As a designer, she pushes boundaries, utilizing high-tech fabrics and embracing femininity…
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LIVING ONLINE Series: SIRSY, Indie Pop Rock Duo
In the spirit of collaboration and best practice sharing, I thought it would be interesting to share perspectives from our fellow creatives to see how…
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The Team Behind the CapNY Brand
This week, the CapNY Regional Brand Initiative was launched. The ACE team and partners have been at the forefront of this effort for over 5…
Exciting Changes Ahead at ACE!
In addition to launching the CapNY brand project this week, ACE is building an exciting, new future. Here’s a short list of what’s in store,…
5 Off the Beaten Path Food Spots: Glens Falls Insider
How to pick just 5 off the beaten path spots in Glens Falls? There are so many places you might not stumble across so easily.…
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Jay Zhang Photography: CapNY LGBTQIA+ Entrepreneur
Upon meeting Jay Zhang, I was drawn in by his warm and grounded presence. His company, Jay Zhang Photography, is committed to both outstanding visual…
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10 Can’t Miss Walking Trails in Rensselaer County
Just across the Hudson River from bustling Albany, Rensselaer County is a dream for hikers, cyclists, artists, nature-lovers, and locavores. Ten wonderful walking trails in…
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ACE Creative Economy Survey: Income/Employment Loss 2020/21
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Creative Economy Jobs Losses As High As 64% Last Summer in Capital Region
Performing Arts, Food & Drink, Film & Recording Among Hardest Hit Sectors ALBANY – Creative Industries sectors suffered some of the highest percentage of job…
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Author Noelle Gentile: Advocate, Educate, and Love
Director, writer, acting coach, and educator Noelle Gentile (age 42) has two remarkable daughters–Isla (age eight) and Lucia a.k.a. “Lulu” (age six). Born and raised…
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LIVING ONLINE Series: Raya Malcolm : Actor | Musician | Devising Artist
In the spirit of collaboration and best practice sharing, I thought it would be interesting to share perspectives from our fellow creatives to see how…
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5 Black-Owned Health & Wellness Businesses in CapNY
Now more than ever, the adage “health is wealth” rings true. As the world gets smaller in the face of COVID-19, taking care of oneself…
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5 CapNY Up-And-Coming Musical Artists You Need To Know About
There is no doubt that the talent we have in CapNY is filled to the brim. From Warren and Washington Counties, down to Columbia and…
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4 Self-Care Ideas for CapNY Singles
Capital Heart Connection always celebrate singledom – but that doesn’t mean it can’t be tough sometimes! Whether you get a little down seeing your coupled…
LIVING ONLINE Spotlight: Performer Ryder Cooley
In the LIVING ONLINE Series, ACE Collaborator Corey Aldrich interviews artists on the the loss of the in person LIVE performance. First up is performer…
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5 Lake George Winter Activities
Located in the southeastern Adirondacks, Lake George is a spectacular spot to enjoy numerous winter activities while avoiding the crowds of the summer. Now is…
Best Takeout Places in CapNY: 10 Under $15
Why write about the best takeout places in CapNY? It’s no exaggeration to say that every restaurant in CapNY (let alone the country) has been…
5 Amazing Makers and Doers in Washington County
The creatives – our makers and doers in Washington County – who call this region home draw inspiration from the natural beauty. The sprawling small…
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Exploring Art Omi with Kids- An Outdoor Art Museum
Visting Art Omi with kids makes a perfect day-trip destination for families with children of all ages. Here, more than 60 large-scale works of art…
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CapNY Community Impact: The Free Food Fridge
Jammella Anderson, the founder of Free Food Fridge Albany, wanted to make fresh, perishable food available to marginalized communities. Food accessibility was already an issue,…
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10 Reasons We Love Being Single in CapNY
Becky Daniels of Albany, 34, and Gabby Fisher of Schenectady, 28, are two single, boss women who ROCK – and love being single. Now, they…
Winter Outdoors: Public Art in CapNY
Want some quarantine-friendly ways to enjoy art, stellar local food AND the great outdoors? Lucky for us, CapNY is filled with amazing public art! From…
In the Heart of Cohoes: Harmony CoWorks
By: Lauren Halligan The Neighborhood Set at the edge of the downtown Cohoes Historic District, an area that’s experiencing a remarkable revitalization, Harmony CoWorks is…
CapNY History Day Trip: Visiting Olana with Kids
I’ve been visiting the Catskills since I was a kid, and the best part of the drive was always looking up at Olana from the…
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CapNY Coworking Spaces: Urban Co-Works, Schenectady
Since popping up as one of CapNY’s first coworking spaces, Urban Co-Works has become a second home for lots of local professionals who choose to…
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#CapNYRedAlert: Sarah Craig, Caffe Lena
Caffe Lena is widely recognized as the oldest continuously-operating folk-music venue in the United States. Over 60 years of operation in the heart of Saratoga…
3 CapNY Thrift Shops for the Socially & Economically Conscious Consumer
A Newfound Appreciation for Thrift Shops Growing up, I was not much of a thrift store person. We were a Kohl’s Cash, JCPenney’s clearance sales,…
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Freelancers Are Investing in Training to Prepare for Future Economic Downturns
The Covid-19 pandemic has unquestionably overturned the economy and financial stability for many professionals. Many remain un- or under-employed, and the future remains uncertain. Conversations…
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CapNY Insider Tips: King Bakery Donut Cart
By: Danielle Sanzone Set your clock early on a Sunday and head out a road trip to get donuts in scenic, rural Washington County. The…
CapNY Woman-Owned Business: Collective 131
“My dream of opening a gallery would be impossible in NYC. Here in the Capital Region, there’s a feeling that people want to help each…
Freelancers Need Flexible, Affordable Skill Development Options
By: Gabby Fisher, Senior Producer Let’s jump straight to the numbers… Yes, you read that right. More than half of freelancers do not take skill…
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#CapNYRedAlert Profile: Norman Dascher Jr., CEO of The Hyde Collection
Closed doors, a $500,000 budget deficit, reduced hours for staff…these are just a few of the harsh realities that The Hyde Collection in Glens Falls…
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CapNY Small Business: Upstate Coffee Collective
Sipping on a freshly brewed cup of their flagship coffee blend, All Day ADK, Matt Pfeifer, Co-Founder of Upstate Coffee Collective, said that if he…
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Upstate Overnights: Albany Edition
With COVID limitations and the warm months of summer ending, I’ve been feeling a little discouraged that my ability to “getaway” for a weekend here…