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The Italian American community in New York City is as established and historic as the city itself. Luckily for us,Continue reading “The Authentic CapNY Guide: Old-School Italian Restaurants”

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”

Despite systemic barriers in place for marginalized communities, there are countless thriving Black-owned businesses in CapNY. Many use their resourcesContinue reading “Making an Impact: 3 Black Entrepreneurs in CapNY”

Meet Tim Walton, the mastermind behind @TimsNYKitchen, an Instagram site with over 12,000 followers. Tim travels, eats and drinks hisContinue reading “Mad Jack Brewing Co.: Brew Review by Tim Walton”

“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”

Part 1: Albany, Schenectady, Troy If you’re a dog owner looking to explore this beautiful region with your four-legged companion,Continue reading “Exploring New York’s Capital Region with Your Furry Friend: Dog-Friendly Parks, Trails & Restaurants”

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”

David Reali is a 34-year-old, Schenectady born creator who now lives and loves Troy, NY. He is the creator ofContinue reading “David Reali LYF Supply: CapNY Entrepreneur”

This drive through rural Schenectady county is a great way to explore CapNY’s natural beauty and pick up some craftContinue reading “CapNY Road Trip Through Rural Schenectady County”

The plant-based food industry has boomed in recent years with myco-protein chik’n and beet burgers that bleed, branded with namesContinue reading “CapNY Eats: 5 Droolworthy Vegan/Vegetarian Restaurants”

Since popping up as one of CapNY’s first coworking spaces, Urban Co-Works has become a second home for lots ofContinue reading “CapNY Coworking Spaces: Urban Co-Works in Schenectady”

The amazing spirit of CapNY’s generosity shines bright in Street Soldiers. What started in 2016 as a small grassroots effortContinue reading “CapNY Community Impact: Street Soldiers”

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”

The myth of Upstate New York being a place where art and culture is lacking is officially over. In theContinue reading “Arts on the Move: CapNY Creative Transplants”

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”

Amazing fact: there are 64 waterfalls in CapNY! I recently visited five that are incredible winter hiking trips– trails areContinue reading “5 Winter Waterfalls in CapNY”

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”

Do you want quiet seclusion? Bustling city life and high energy? A little of both? While the most commonly knownContinue reading “5 Up-and-Coming Neighborhoods and Towns In CapNY”

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”

Valentine’s Day is in the rearview, but why can’t we celebrate love all year long? No matter the season, theContinue reading “5 Romantic Spots in CapNY”

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”

Schenectady is undergoing a renaissance! There’s something new to explore every time you pop by. Come explore the craft breweriesContinue reading “5 Great Places to Visit in Schenectady: A Local Renaissance”

These 5 film industry professionals may not be famous (yet), but they’re making incredible work right here, right now, inContinue reading “5 Film Industry Professionals To Watch in CapNY”

Whether you’re a bona fide ski bum or just feeling ski-curious, this might be the ideal winter to spend onContinue reading “5 Family-Friendly Skiing and Tubing Centers Across CapNY”

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”

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”

Welcome to our celebration of Latin-owned restaurants in CapNY! Schenectady-based, Honduran-born artist Oscar Bogran and I (Maureen Sager, Executive DirectorContinue reading “5 Amazing CapNY Latin-Owned Restaurants”