Part 1: Albany, Schenectady, Troy If you’re a dog owner looking to explore this beautiful region with your four-legged companion, you’re in for a treat. From scenic parks and hiking trails to charming restaurants and cafes, there’s no shortage of dog-friendly activities and eateries in this area. In this article, we’ll guide you through aContinue reading “Exploring New York’s Capital Region with Your Furry Friend: Dog-Friendly Parks, Trails & Restaurants”
Category Archives: Albany
CapNY Changemakers: Deshanna Wiggins, CEO of the Albany Black Chamber of Commerce
In the Capital District we have many individuals who are looking to improve our larger community in terms of mental and physical health, wealth, and connectivity. Here at CapNY we call those champions of advancement changemakers. One champion of change we’d like to highlight is returning Upstate NY native Deshanna Wiggins, CEO of the AlbanyContinue reading “CapNY Changemakers: Deshanna Wiggins, CEO of the Albany Black Chamber of Commerce “
CapNY Spring Weekend Itinerary: Albany County
Itching for a weekend getaway or staycation this spring? Book a trip to Albany for must-see museums, craft beverage experiences and much more! With blooming tulips and blue skies, it is a picture-perfect time of year to visit Albany. Scroll on for a weekend itinerary to discover Albany this spring. This blog post is presentedContinue reading “CapNY Spring Weekend Itinerary: Albany County”
Living in Downtown Albany: Hot Rentals Edition
Join Gabby Fisher, lifelong CapNY resident, as she explores life in Downtown Albany and some of the hottest rental spots across the region with Redburn Development. Check out the video below! You can find more information about Redburn Development’s Albany apartments here. Video by Hunter Johns of Kovacs Productions Another NEW Redburn Development Properties toContinue reading “Living in Downtown Albany: Hot Rentals Edition”
5 Places You Don’t Know to See a Show
The underground music scene is rapidly growing with hundreds of local musicians and only more to come. There is the quantity of bands and musicians and the quality of music. Upstate creatives have taken this as an opportunity to create underground live music venues. The scene brings together a bunch of people in random locationsContinue reading “5 Places You Don’t Know to See a Show“
Autumn in CapNY: Finding the Fun in Fall
For many, Fall is a time for tradition, nostalgia and change. We welcome the new season by saying farewell to Summer and breathing in those first chilly breaths of Fall. Often, those breaths energize us into participating in our favorite Fall activities; the activities we look forward to all year long. Great Adirondack Corn MazeContinue reading “Autumn in CapNY: Finding the Fun in Fall”
CapNY Healthcare Professionals Taking the Lead
The Healthcare Cluster lays the foundation for CapNY’s vibrant economy, accounting for one in eight jobs regionwide. Major employers within the cluster include three major hospital systems as well as several health insurance companies. One of those hospital systems is St. Peter’s Health Partners, a member of Trinity Health. We had the honor of interviewingContinue reading “CapNY Healthcare Professionals Taking the Lead”
Summer in CapNY: Albany Weekend Getaway Itinerary
Summer has officially arrived! Embrace the season with a weekend getaway or staycation in Albany County. Book a trip to Albany to experience the area’s exciting culinary scene, go on a high-flying adventure, explore the Hudson Riverfront and much more. Keep reading for a weekend itinerary to discover Albany this summer. This blog post is presented through aContinue reading “Summer in CapNY: Albany Weekend Getaway Itinerary”
Celebrating Pride Month in CapNY: 3 Leaders Who Make it Happen
Pride Month is recognized around the world, to celebrate the LGBTQIA+ community. It takes place every June, in honor of the historic June 1969 Stonewall Uprising, which helped kickstart the Gay Rights Movement. It’s a month not just to celebrate, but to remember, to honor, to raise awareness, and to support. This June, there wereContinue reading “Celebrating Pride Month in CapNY: 3 Leaders Who Make it Happen”
Juneteenth in CapNY: 4 Changemakers Paving the Way
“Juneteenth is important because it is the beginning of our history.” – Lashawn Hawkins, Founder of the I Can Breathe and I Will Speak organization in Fulton County New York CapNY Celebrations June 19th. Many Americans know that date as Juneteenth, a federal holiday that acknowledges and commemorates the legal ending of slavery in theContinue reading “Juneteenth in CapNY: 4 Changemakers Paving the Way”