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Driving south into Saratoga County’s Ballston Spa from the nearby city Saratoga Springs, as you approach the village’s heart youContinue reading “Top 10 Ballston Spa Don’t-Miss Spots: Saratoga County”

Ever find yourself in the mood for some swanky, jazzy vibes to transport you back a hundred years or so?Continue reading “The Authentic CapNY Guide to Speakeasy Bars”

When you think of Saratoga Springs, you probably picture horses and the bustling Broadway. You’re not wrong, but there isContinue reading “Saratoga’s Beekman Street Arts District – It’s a Vibe”

Want some quarantine-friendly ways to enjoy art, stellar local food AND the great outdoors? Lucky for us, CapNY is filledContinue reading “Public Art Outdoors in Winter: Art in CapNY”

“Juneteenth is important because it is the beginning of our history.” – Lashawn Hawkins, Founder of the I Can BreatheContinue reading “Juneteenth in CapNY: 4 Changemakers Paving the Way”

I love bagels. A lot. Like a lot a lot. The crispy… the chewy… the toppings…the variety of flavors… I’mContinue reading “Insider Tip: Bear’s Cup Bagel Delivery”

CapNY offers the perfect blend of small city charm and rustic nature. The region is a vast area that rangesContinue reading “How to Spend 48 Hours in CapNY”

CapNY is every foodie’s dream! We have an abundance of farm-to-table restaurants, nationally known farms, and incredibly unique food producers.Continue reading “Five CapNY Artisanal Foods You Must Try!”

There are so many beautifully restored performance venues in CapNY. Steeped in history, they’ve hosted more than a century’s worthContinue reading “Discover These Seven Historic Performance Venues in CapNY”

“My dream of opening a gallery would be impossible in NYC. Here in the Capital Region, there’s a feeling thatContinue reading “Collective 131: A CapNY Woman-Owned Business”

Centuries before automobiles emerged as the singular mode of transport, the Industrial Revolution exploded upward from its epicenter of Manhattan,Continue reading “Charming CapNY Towns on the Outskirts”

Sipping on a freshly brewed cup of their flagship coffee blend, Matt Pfeifer, Co-Founder of Upstate Coffee Collective, said thatContinue reading “CapNY Small Biz: Upstate Coffee Collective”

This country drive on Route 29 from Saratoga Springs to Schuylerville is a great chance to revel in the farmland,Continue reading “CapNY Road Trip From Saratoga Springs to Schuylerville”

Janesha “Jaja” Levons is a mixologist and model. She lived all around the world as part of a miliary family,Continue reading “CapNY Cocktails at Home: Janesha “Jaja” Levons”

Our focus on the best takeout places under $15 is centered on pandemic survival. With more than 110,000 restaurants inContinue reading “Best Takeout Places Under $15: CapNY Food”

Lucky for us, CapNY is flush with amazing outdoor spots that offer wide open green space and interesting walking trailsContinue reading “A Breath of Fresh Air: 16 CapNY Walks in the Woods”

CapNY boasts a long, vibrant history with skateboarding, turning out more than its fair share of pros and industry iconsContinue reading “8 Skateboard Parks in CapNY”

There’s no better view than the one from a saddle. The rhythmic pattern of horse hooves on a sandy pathContinue reading “7 Great Places to Ride Horses in CapNY”

Summer in Saratoga Springs. There’s nothing like it. Horses, restaurant patios, shopping… and crowds. Sometimes I crave an outing that’sContinue reading “6 Things To Do In Saratoga Springs (That Aren’t Downtown)”

Living in Upstate New York, it can seem as though you can’t make it around CapNY without a car, butContinue reading “5 Ways to Get Around with CDTA”

Here are five art experiences that can be enjoyed by anyone and everyone — solo, on a date, or withContinue reading “5 Sizzling CapNY Summer Arts Experiences”

Everybody knows I love where I come from. CapNY is home for me and I want to see it shine.Continue reading “5 of Gabby’s Favorite CapNY Coffee Shops”

Effy Redman reflects on life and resources for people with disabilities. “On and off through my adult life, I haveContinue reading “5 Great Resources for People with Disabilities: CapNY Discovering Ability”

Last summer, like many avid explorers, I reluctantly respected new travel restrictions.  Temporarily bound to New York State, I neededContinue reading “5 Great NY State Parks: Empire Pass”

As a mother of three children, my boys have always been curious individuals. My middle son is autistic and mentallyContinue reading “5 Family Friendly Museums You MUST Visit in CapNY”

Despite the challenges of 2020 and 2021, these five brave CapNY’ers launched cool, new food businesses. They’re rising above theContinue reading “5 Cool CapNY Food and Drink Spots That Opened in 2020”

From Warren and Washington Counties, down to Columbia and Greene Counties, there’s no shortage of musical talent in any fieldContinue reading “5 CapNY Up-And-Coming Musical Artists You Need To Know About”

The Saratoga Racetrack may be the most well-known place to see horses in CapNY, but it’s not the only optionContinue reading “5 CapNY Family-Friendly Horse-Themed Activities”

Before there was cable TV and the internet (my own kids can’t imagine such a primitive time) families went outContinue reading “5 CapNY Family Owned & Operated Drive-In Movie Theaters”