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5 Black-Owned Health & Wellness Businesses in CapNY

February 24, 2021

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5 Young Black Leaders: CapNY Influencers

February 24, 2021

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LIVING ONLINE Series: Liam Singer, Composer | Musician | Venue Owner

February 22, 2021

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5 CapNY Up-And-Coming Musical Artists You Need To Know About

DJ Hollyw8d
February 10, 2021

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

Gabby Fisher
February 10, 2021

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…

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LIVING ONLINE Spotlight: Performer Ryder Cooley

Corey Aldrich
February 9, 2021

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

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January 27, 2021

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…

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Best Takeout Places in CapNY: 10 Under $15

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January 26, 2021

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…

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5 Amazing Makers and Doers in Washington County

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January 26, 2021

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

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January 11, 2021

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

Jessica Kelly
January 6, 2021

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

Gabby Fisher
January 6, 2021

Becky Daniels of Albany, 34, and Gabby Fisher of Schenectady, 28, are two single, boss women who ROCK – and love being single. Now, they…

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Winter Outdoors: Public Art in CapNY

Jessica Kelly
December 16, 2020

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…

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In the Heart of Cohoes: Harmony CoWorks

Lauren Halligan
December 16, 2020

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…

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CapNY History Day Trip: Visiting Olana with Kids

Kara Zuaro
December 16, 2020

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

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November 23, 2020

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

Maureen Sager
November 21, 2020

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…

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3 CapNY Thrift Shops for the Socially & Economically Conscious Consumer

Mia Nilo
November 21, 2020

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

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October 28, 2020

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

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October 28, 2020

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…

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CapNY Woman-Owned Business: Collective 131

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October 28, 2020

“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…

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Freelancers Need Flexible, Affordable Skill Development Options

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October 12, 2020

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

Gabby Fisher
October 12, 2020

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

Gabby Fisher
October 12, 2020

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

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October 5, 2020

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…

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#CapNYRedAlert: Elizabeth Sobol, President and CEO of SPAC

Maureen Sager
October 5, 2020

This Fall, ACE is spotlighting the significant financial hardships facing Creative Economy businesses in the Capital Region though our #CapNYRedAlert campaign. Locally, we are asking…

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Freelancers Training Up During Covid and Beyond

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September 30, 2020

By: Gabby Fisher, ACE Digital Media Manager & Entrepreneur, in conjunction with Hudson Valley Community College (HVCC) Career Launchpad. We freelancers are versatile, hardworking and known…

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Free Flu Shots for the ACE Community!

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September 28, 2020

We are thankful that The Occupational & Environmental Health Center of Eastern New York (1873 Western Ave., Albany) is offering our ACE community free flu…

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Freelance Lifestyle Writers Wanted

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September 24, 2020

ACE is looking for Freelance Lifestyle Writers for a new project launching in 2021. As a Freelance Lifestyle Writer you will: Stay on top of…

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Training Up With Gabby: Build Your Skills, Knowledge & Earning Power!

Gabby Fisher
September 22, 2020

By: Gabby Fisher, ACE Digital Media Manager & Entrepreneur, in conjunction with Hudson Valley Community College (HVCC) Career Launchpad. I’ve had some extra time on…

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CapNY Apple Picking Map (Plus Craft Beverages, To Boot)!

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September 20, 2020

By: Gabby Fisher, ACE Digital Manager There is nothing that says a CapNY fall like being out in the orchard on a crisp sunny day!…

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#CapNYRedAlert Profile: Jon Elbaum, Troy Savings Bank Music Hall

Maureen Sager
September 17, 2020

Like many venues in the Capital Region, Troy Savings Bank Music Hall cancelled or postponed their Spring and Fall 2020 concerts series. Further, Executive Director…

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CapNY Insider Tips: Automated Edition

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September 14, 2020

Sign up, pay online, get a code, unlock your kayak/life jacket/paddle, ADVENTURE! Upstate Kayak Rentals makes the process of self-service kayak rentals THAT easy and…

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#CapNYRedAlert

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September 8, 2020

There is no doubt that COVID-19 has had a devastating impact on creative industries across the globe. Simply put, the Capital Region creative industries are…

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DIY Daycation: Washington County Farm Tour

Rachel Dunn
September 1, 2020

One of the best things about New York’s Capital Region is buying local products, fresh from the farm. So, plan a farm daycation in Washington…

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Exploring the Albany Pine Bush Preserve

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August 26, 2020

By: Maria Gigliello Did you know that the Cap Region is home to one of the rarest habitats in the world? Out of only 20…

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Discover Your Inner Pinball Wizard At UPH

Rachel Dunn
August 19, 2020

Want to spend some time with Elvis, Dolly Parton and Mick? Always thought you could be a pinball wizard just given the chance? Well, you’ll…

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Upstate Overnights: Catskills Edition

Gabby Fisher
August 19, 2020

Historical boutique hotels, tiny homes in the wilderness, campgrounds, creatively curated redesigned homes by fabulously talented locals – we have it all in CapNY, making…

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CapNY CoWorking Tour: Hone Coworks, Albany

Maureen Sager
August 13, 2020

Co-working and monthly-lease office space is exploding in the Capital Region! Flexibility, socially-distant camaraderie, and services abound. Come on a sneak-peak tour of art-filled, high-tech…

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Warren County Paddles-to-Pubs, by Blogger Maria Gigliello

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August 6, 2020

The Adirondacks are one of the best places to spend the summer in Upstate New York. As an avid hiker and paddler, I venture up…

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ACE Creative: Karina Wojnar

Gabby Fisher
August 6, 2020

Some of you may recognize Karina Wojnar, as she is the Development & Membership Manager at Albany Center Gallery. In this position, she fills her…

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Thank You Rodney Alan Greenblat & Hudson Hall!

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July 28, 2020

On July 22nd, ACE took a private tour of Rodney Alan Greenblat’s show, “Something to Look Forward to” hosted by the artist himself! It was a…

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CapNY Video: Four Questions with Artist Takeyce Walter

Maureen Sager
July 28, 2020

Landscape painter Takeyce Walter lives in Round Lake in Saratoga County, where she has an art studio in sight of the marsh and lake. But…

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6 Things To Do In Saratoga Springs (That Aren’t Downtown)

Rachel Dunn
July 28, 2020

Summer in Saratoga Springs. There’s nothing like it. Horses, restaurant patios, shopping… and crowds. Sometimes I crave an outing that’s a little less “populated”, so…

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100+ CapNY Breweries, Distilleries, Wineries and Cideries

Maureen Sager
July 28, 2020

The Capital Region has a dazzling array of craft beverage venues and makers that, IMNSHO, rival anywhere in the U.S. To help you explore, we’ve…

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Brew Review by Tim Walton of #TimsNYKitchen: Mad Jack Brewing Co.

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July 28, 2020

Meet Tim Walton, the mastermind behind #TimsNYKitchen, an Instagram site with over 12,ooo followers. Tim travels, eats and drinks his way through the Capital Region,…

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CapNY Creative Highlight: Steve Derrick

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July 16, 2020

Weary, tired, brave, bruised, and raw, Steve Derrick’s paintings depict the spirit of healthcare heroes on the front lines of the COVID-19 crisis. Derrick has…

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CapNY Creative Highlight: Kulton The Maker

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July 8, 2020

Kulton The Maker is a music star and entrepreneur on the rise in Hudson. His music pulls in elements from R&B, hip hop, pop, and…

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CapNY Relocation Stories: Chrissy and Ben Traore

Maureen Sager
July 8, 2020

Chrissy and Ben Traore met while working in a New York City restaurant. Soon, they were commuting upstate on weekends for a cooking gig. To…

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CapNY Black-Owned Business Highlight: Ada Harper

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June 24, 2020

Ada Harper is the force behind 518Blk, a site for the Black community to discover events and information across the Cap Region. Ada created 518Blk…

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CapNY Creative Highlight: Robert Fuller

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June 24, 2020

Robert Fuller’s retail space, “Robert at Home” in the Door 15 warehouse in Hudson, is the height of cozy cabin cool. Unique and eclectic pieces…

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CapNY Road Trip: Columbia County Waterfalls, Hikes, Art and More!

Maureen Sager
June 24, 2020

Columbia County is home to stunning hikes, streams and waterfalls — perfect in all four seasons. Plus, there’s the thriving cultural scene, with standout sites…

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Jahkeen Hoke: We have come a long way. But for equality, there is much further to go…

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June 23, 2020

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